Bringing top professional tennis players to The Cornhusker State!
In its third year, the 2026 Lincoln Challenger is a week-long professional tennis tournament hosted at the Sid and Hazel Dillon Tennis Center on the University of Nebraska campus in Lincoln, Nebraska. This exciting event attracts passionate tennis fans, local families, corporate partners, and visitors from across the Midwest for a week of world-class competition and community engagement.
As part of the worldwide ATP Challenger Tour, the Lincoln Challenger brings some of the sport’s top rising stars and international talent to the city of Lincoln. Beyond the matches, the tournament is committed to creating a memorable experience through youth tennis initiatives, special events, and partnerships that strengthen the connection between professional tennis and the local community.
As part of the worldwide ATP Challenger Tour, the Lincoln Challenger brings some of the sport’s top rising stars and international talent to the city of Lincoln. Beyond the matches, the tournament is committed to creating a memorable experience through youth tennis initiatives, special events, and partnerships that strengthen the connection between professional tennis and the local community.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: When is the Lincoln Challenger taking place?
A: July 12 - 19, 2026
Q: Where is the Lincoln Challenger being held?
A: Sid and Hazel Dillon Tennis Center - 2400 N Antelope Valley Pkwy, Lincoln, NE 68521
Q: Who is playing in the tournament?
A: The player field will be announced in mid-June. Please visit the website most up-to-date information.
Q: When will tickets be on-sale?
A: Tickets on sale now.
A: July 12 - 19, 2026
Q: Where is the Lincoln Challenger being held?
A: Sid and Hazel Dillon Tennis Center - 2400 N Antelope Valley Pkwy, Lincoln, NE 68521
Q: Who is playing in the tournament?
A: The player field will be announced in mid-June. Please visit the website most up-to-date information.
Q: When will tickets be on-sale?
A: Tickets on sale now.


