The Libema Open tennis tournament begins its main draw on Monday, June 8, 2026, on the grass courts of the Autotron in Rosmalen as players prepare for Wimbledon.
Organizers expect approximately 60,000 visitors over the nine-day event. The tournament features seven match courts and a promotional village.
The international lineup includes former world number one Daniil Medvedev, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Arthur Fils, and defending men's champion Gabriel Diallo.
No male player has defended the Rosmalen title back-to-back since Nicolas Mahut won consecutive editions in 2016 and 2017.
Defending women's champion Elise Mertens leads the female field.
The Dutch contingent includes world number 40 Tallon Griekspoor, world number 55 Botic van de Zandschulp, and Suzan Lamens.
Thijs Boogaard received a main draw wildcard, while Mees Rottering entered the qualification rounds.
Tournament Atmosphere and Facilities
Tournament director Marcel Hunze credited the strong player field and appeal to regional hospitality.
He noted that the renovated player zone includes an outdoor fitness area for athletes during good weather.
"De aangename relaxte sfeer valt in de smaak," said Hunze. "Als het goed weer is, kunnen tennissers zich hier in de buitenlucht vermaken."
The setup allows spectators close access to the players, differentiating it from other events. "Het gaat er altijd gemoedelijk aan toe.
De tennissers lopen bijvoorbeeld gewoon tussen het publiek, dat gebeurt lang niet overal," explained Hunze.
The facility features four open practice courts that remain fully visible to the visiting public.
"Bij andere toernooien is dat vaak uit het zicht van toeschouwers, wij willen het laagdrempelig houden," said Hunze.
Between matches, the venue offers tennis challenges and scheduled autograph sessions. "Van winkels tot horeca, er is veel te doen.
Er zijn allerlei tennis-challenges, waarin je je kunt meten met topspelers," said Hunze.
Grounds crews short-mow the grass to replicate the clay-based underlayment conditions players will face at Wimbledon two weeks later.
"Na de eerste renovatiewerkzaamheden blijft het rustig liggen tot maart en dan begint het grote onderhoudsproces.
Het gras wordt steeds korter gemaaid en uiteindelijk ziet het er dan zo uit.
Met deze weersomstandigheden is het weleens heel zwaar, er is veel werk verricht," said Hunze.
Ziggo Sport will broadcast live tournament coverage on channel 14 with commentary from Kristie Boogert.
Studio Sport Live will broadcast the finals on NPO 1 on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at 14:25.
