Eisenhower Cup 2026: All you need to know about prize money and points on offer
âThe winner takes it allâ at the Eisenhower Cup 2026.
The Eisenhower Cup 2026 lights up Indian Wells every year with pure star power, and the 2026 edition will be no exception as it is packed with big names ready to clash in explosive mixed doubles under the Stadium 2 lights.
Kicking off on Wednesday, March 4 at 8:30 AM IST, this one-night Tie Break Tens showdown brings together eight elite pairs for knockout battles decided by single 10-point tie-breaks.
Defending champions Elena Rybakina, fresh from her 2026 Australian Open title and Taylor Fritz, the 2022 BNP Paribas Open winner, return to chase back-to-back glory. The big-serving duo will look to repeat their magic from last year.
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Iga Swiatek, the two-time Indian Wells champ, teams up again with Casper Ruud, a reunion fans loved after their strong showing at the 2025 US Open mixed event where they finished as finalists.
Rising American duo Emma Navarro and Ben Shelton will partner for the first time. Other standout teams included Jessica Pegula linking up with Tommy Paul in an all-American threat, Jasmine Paolini with Matteo Berrettini, Leylah Fernandez alongside Felix Auger-Aliassime, and more.
Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev have been ruled out of the tournament after the Middle East war prevented them from arriving in California on time. Learner Tien will now pair alongside Amanda Anisimova while Alexander Bublik partners Mirra Andreeva.
Which teams will constitute Eisenhower Cup 2026?
- 2026 Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina + 2022 BNP Paribas Open champion Taylor Fritz
- Two-time BNP Paribas Open champion Iga Swiatek + World No. 13 Casper Ruud
- World No. 6 Amanda Anisimova + World No. 27 Learner Tien
- World No. 5 Jessica Pegula + World No. 24 Tommy Paul
- 2024 US Open semifinalist Emma Navarro + World No. 9 Ben Shelton
- 2021 US Open finalist Leylah Fernandez + World No. 6 Felix Auger-Aliassime
- 2025 BNP Paribas Open champion Mirra Andreeva + World No. 10 Alexander Bublik
- World No.7 Jasmine Paolini + 2021 Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini
Prize Money Breakdown
The Eisenhower Cup 2026 offers a prize pool of $200,000, same as last year. The eventâs âWinner takes it allâ approach means the last team standing takes home the gigantic prize. The competition will see a team get eliminated after every round. Ultimately, the mixed doubles pair to have won all their matches wins the full sum of $200,000.
The Eisenhower Cup 2026 is a friendly exhibition event, distinct from ATP or Grand Slam tournaments, as it does not offer ranking points and is primarily designed for entertainment.
What is the total prize purse at Eisenhower Cup 2026?
The total prize pool at the exhibition tournament is $200,000 (Rs 1.84 crore approx.).
How much will the eventual champion take home in prize money from Eisenhower Cup 2026?
The champion will take home the entire available prize money of $200,000 (Rs 1.84 crore approx.).
How much will the losing finalist take home in prize money from Eisenhower Cup 2026?
The tournament follows a âWinner takes it allâ format and hence the winners will claim the entire prize amount, with others leaving empty handed.
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