Heavy rain has severely disrupted the opening days of the 2026 Miami Open tennis tournament, forcing the cancellation of dozens of scheduled matches. Organizers were compelled to postpone all play on the outdoor courts for both Tuesday, March 17, and Wednesday, March 18, due to the persistent wet weather.
The cancellations have created a significant backlog in the schedule, particularly affecting early-round singles and doubles matches. Tournament officials are now working to reschedule the affected contests, with some matches potentially being moved to later in the tournament or to alternative court times.
While play was possible on the stadium's retractable roof court, the vast majority of matches slated for the extensive outdoor grounds were wiped out. The weather forecast suggests improving conditions, but the disruption is expected to compress the tournament's early rounds, testing player recovery and tournament logistics.
