Ben Shelton, Flavio Cobolli, and Frances Tiafoe lead the initial player commitments for the 34th Abierto Mexicano de Tenis, tournament organizers announced. The ATP 500 event runs from February 20 to February 27, 2027, at the Arena GNP Seguros in Acapulco, Mexico, publimetro.com.mx reported.
Top-Ranked American Stars Lead the Field
Shelton anchors the player announcements as the world number four, marking the highest ranking of his professional career. The 24-year-old American arrives in Mexico following a standout 2026 campaign that featured a successful defense of his Canadian Masters 1000 title, a run to the US Open final, and a consecutive qualification for the ATP Finals.
Joining Shelton near the top of the entry list is compatriot Frances Tiafoe, currently ranked ninth in the world. Tiafoe captured the title in Halle last season and reached the semifinals of the US Open, setting up a potential rematch on Mexican hard courts.
🎾🔥 ¡ACAPULCO SE PREPARA PARA RECIBIR A LA ÉLITE!El Abierto Mexicano de Tenis Telcel 2027 anunció a sus primeras seis figuras, encabezadas por Ben Shelton (4), Flavio Cobolli (6) y Frances Tiafoe (9), quienes llegarán a México en el mejor ranking de sus carreras🇮🇹 Cobolli… pic.twitter.com/Vf2vtbOEsH
Cobolli Returns to Defend Acapulco Crown
Flavio Cobolli returns to Guerrero as the defending champion and world number six. The Italian claimed the 2026 Acapulco title by defeating Tiafoe in a hard-fought final.
That championship run served as a springboard for Cobolli’s ascent into the upper echelon of men’s tennis. Later in the 2026 season, he advanced to the final at Roland Garros, cementing his position among the world’s elite players.
Six Top 30 Players Confirmed for Early Roster
Mextenis rounded out its initial player reveal by confirming three additional competitors positioned inside the ATP Top 30 rankings. Brandon Nakashima holds the 17th spot, Francisco Cerúndolo sits 21st, and Lorenzo Musetti occupies 26th.
The tournament represents a milestone for Cerúndolo, who will make his tournament debut in Acapulco. Meanwhile, Nakashima and Musetti return for another appearance in the country. Organizers indicated that additional player commitments will be announced in the coming weeks to complete the 32-player singles draw.
¿Están listos para vivir la emoción del tenis mundial en Acapulco?🎾En 2027, el Abierto Mexicano traerá de regreso al #HogarDelSol a grandes figuras del tenis internacional, como Ben Shelton, Flavio Cobolli y Frances Tiafoe.Del 20 al 27 de febrero, la Arena GNP Seguros será… pic.twitter.com/W8ulFhEkss
Tournament Schedule and Prize Money Details
The 34th edition of the tournament carries a total prize purse of $2,469,450. Competition kicks off with qualifying matches on February 20 and 21.
Organizers introduced new ticketing options for fans attending the opening weekend. Qualifying passes cost 350 pesos, while children under the age of 12 receive free admission for the qualifying rounds. In another first for the tournament, the main draw ceremony will open to the general public with one of the competing players in attendance.
Rumbo al Last Dance🥹Flavio Cobolli🇮🇹 y Frances Tiafoe🇺🇸, campeón y finalista de la última edición, son los primeros confirmados para el Abierto de Acapulco 2027‼️Mañana empieza la preventa de boletos para tarjetahabientes HSBC pic.twitter.com/P8cMCwQdco
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Abierto Mexicano de Tenis taking place?
The tournament takes place from February 20 to February 27, 2027, at the Arena GNP Seguros in Acapulco, Mexico.
How much prize money does the Acapulco tournament offer?
The ATP 500 event distributes a total prize purse of $2,469,450 across a 32-player singles draw.
What are the ticket prices for the qualifying rounds?
Qualifying tickets are priced at 350 pesos for February 20 and 21, and children under 12 enter free of charge.
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