The countdown has already begun for what is shaping up to be a historic event in both the Moroccan and international sporting landscape. In 2026, the Grand Prix Hassan II Tennis Tournament will celebrate its 40th edition in Marrakech—an edition that promises excellence, prestige, and a rich sporting legacy.
At the helm of this extraordinary celebration is none other than the iconic figure of Moroccan and international tennis: Hicham Arazi. A living legend of Moroccan tennis and now the Tournament Director, Arazi brings passion and determination to the role. He aims to make this edition “grandiose, unforgettable, and worthy of the history of the Grand Prix Hassan II,” putting everything in place to make it one of the highlights of the ATP circuit in 2026.
An Anniversary Edition Set to Be Exceptional
For this 40th edition, the biggest names in world tennis are expected to compete on the Marrakech clay courts, in an atmosphere that will be both festive and fiercely competitive.
Under the patronage of the Royal Moroccan Tennis Federation (FRMT), presided over by Fayçal Laraichi, this landmark edition will benefit from flawless organization and extraordinary international exposure—a reflection of a modern Morocco, passionate about sport and firmly focused on the future.
Marrakech: Unquestionably the Capital of African Tennis
The Grand Prix Hassan II, the only ATP tournament on the African continent, has for four decades served as a bridge between tradition and modernity, sport and diplomacy, excellence and passion. The luminous city of Marrakech will once again offer a magnificent setting for this unique competition, blending Moroccan hospitality with global prestige.
A National Pride and an Unmissable Event
The announcement of the participation of world-renowned players already positions the 2026 edition as the most prestigious in the tournament’s history. There is no doubt that the Grand Prix Hassan II will once again confirm its status as a jewel of world tennis and a showcase of Moroccan sporting excellence.
The date is set for Marrakech in 2026, for a legendary 40th edition… where tennis will be written in golden letters at the heart of the Kingdom!
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