Monte Carlo Masters 2026 | Draw, Betting Tips & How to Watch

🏆 RESULT: Jannik Sinner won the 2026 Monte Carlo Masters, beating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(5), 6-3 in the final to reclaim the world No 1 ranking. Full report | All results

The 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters takes place from 5-12 April at the Monte Carlo Country Club in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France. Carlos Alcaraz defends his title after a dominant 2025 campaign where he beat Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 in the final, with the Spaniard again the top seed and firm favourite on clay ahead of the French Open.

The Monte-Carlo Masters is one of the most prestigious ATP Masters 1000 events on the calendar and traditionally marks the start of the European clay court season. Played on outdoor clay courts overlooking the Mediterranean, it has been a fixture of professional tennis since 1896 and carries enormous significance as a form indicator for Roland Garros. Below you will find the tournament overview, key contenders, past winners, betting odds and how to watch in the UK.

Monte Carlo Masters 2026 Overview

Detail	Info
Tournament	Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters
Dates	5-12 April 2026
Venue	Monte Carlo Country Club, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France
Surface	Clay (outdoor)
Category	ATP Masters 1000
Draw size	56 singles / 28 doubles
Defending champion	Carlos Alcaraz
UK TV	Sky Sports Tennis

Key Contenders

Carlos Alcaraz [1] (Defending Champion)

Alcaraz is the defending champion and top seed, having demolished Musetti in last year’s final after dropping the first set. The Spaniard’s clay-court pedigree is extraordinary for his age: two French Open titles, multiple Masters 1000 clay titles, and a game built on heavy topspin, devastating drop shots and exceptional movement. His 2026 hard court season included the Australian Open title, and he arrives in Monte Carlo as the clear favourite to retain his crown. Alcaraz has won five of his last six clay court tournaments.

Jannik Sinner [2]

Sinner is the second seed and has been in outstanding form in 2026, winning the Miami Open title just days before the Monte Carlo draw. The Italian’s clay court game has improved significantly, evidenced by his run to the 2025 French Open final, and he will be looking to make a statement on the surface ahead of Roland Garros. His aggressive baseline approach translates well to clay, though he has yet to win a Masters 1000 title on the surface.

Alexander Zverev [3]

Zverev is a proven clay court performer with multiple Masters 1000 clay titles to his name, including two Rome titles. The German’s powerful serve and heavy groundstrokes are well suited to the slower conditions, and his height gives him a physical advantage in longer rallies. He reached the semi-finals in Monte Carlo in 2025 and will be among the contenders again.

Lorenzo Musetti [4]

The Italian was last year’s runner-up and arrives as the fourth seed. Musetti’s elegant, single-handed backhand and natural clay court instincts make him a dangerous opponent in Monte Carlo, where the conditions suit his game perfectly. His 2025 final appearance confirmed his credentials at this level, and a repeat run is well within his capabilities.

Other contenders

Alex de Minaur [5] brings relentless energy and improved clay court results. Daniil Medvedev, historically weaker on clay, has been seeded and will look to improve his record on the surface. Casper Ruud, the 2024 runner-up, is always dangerous on clay and could feature in the latter stages. Notable absentees include Novak Djokovic, who has withdrawn from the tournament.

Monte Carlo Masters Past Winners

The Monte Carlo Masters has been dominated by clay court specialists, with Rafael Nadal’s record of 11 titles (including eight consecutive from 2005-2012) standing as one of the most remarkable achievements in tennis history.

Year	Champion	Runner-up	Score
2025	Carlos Alcaraz	Lorenzo Musetti	3-6, 6-1, 6-0
2024	Stefanos Tsitsipas	Casper Ruud	6-1, 6-4
2023	Andrey Rublev	Holger Rune	5-7, 6-2, 7-5
2022	Stefanos Tsitsipas	A. Davidovich Fokina	6-3, 7-6(3)
2021	Stefanos Tsitsipas	Andrey Rublev	6-3, 6-3
2019	Fabio Fognini	Dusan Lajovic	6-3, 6-4
2018	Rafael Nadal	Kei Nishikori	6-3, 6-2
2017	Rafael Nadal	Albert Ramos Vinolas	6-1, 6-3
2016	Rafael Nadal	Gael Monfils	7-5, 5-7, 6-0
2015	Novak Djokovic	Tomas Berdych	7-5, 4-6, 6-3

Most titles (all time): Rafael Nadal (11), Stefanos Tsitsipas (3), Novak Djokovic (2), Carlos Alcaraz (1).

Monte Carlo Masters 2026 Betting Odds

Alcaraz is the clear outright favourite to retain his title, with Sinner and Zverev next in the betting. Musetti and Ruud offer value as proven clay court performers with strong Monte Carlo records.

Player	Approximate Odds
Carlos Alcaraz	Favourite
Jannik Sinner	Second favourite
Alexander Zverev	Third favourite
Lorenzo Musetti	Each-way contender
Casper Ruud	Each-way contender

Check Bet365 for the latest Monte Carlo Masters 2026 outright odds and match prices.

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How to Watch the Monte Carlo Masters 2026

The Monte Carlo Masters is broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Tennis, with streaming available via NOW TV for Sky Sports subscribers. Bet365 also provides live streaming of ATP Masters 1000 events to account holders with a funded account or who have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.

To watch Monte Carlo Masters live on Bet365:

1. Go to Bet365.com via this special link
2. Register an account, make a first deposit and bet £10 to receive £30 in Bet Credits*
3. Once registered, go to the sports homepage and select Tennis from the left-hand menu
4. Select the play icon next to any Monte Carlo Masters match in progress and the stream window will appear

For a full guide to watching tennis online in the UK, see our How to Watch Tennis page.

Match Previews & Tips

Follow LiveTennis.com for match-by-match previews, betting tips, daily accumulator selections and results throughout the Monte Carlo Masters 2026. Check our tennis betting tips page for the latest picks, and see our betting offers for the best sign-up deals for the clay court season.

FAQs

When is the Monte Carlo Masters 2026?

The 2026 Monte Carlo Masters runs from 5-12 April at the Monte Carlo Country Club in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France.

Who is the defending Monte Carlo Masters champion?

Carlos Alcaraz won the 2025 title, beating Lorenzo Musetti 3-6, 6-1, 6-0 in the final. He is the top seed for the 2026 edition.

How can I watch the Monte Carlo Masters in the UK?

The tournament is live on Sky Sports Tennis and NOW TV. Bet365 also offers live streaming to eligible account holders.

Who has won the most Monte Carlo Masters titles?

Rafael Nadal holds the all-time record with 11 titles, including an unprecedented eight consecutive wins from 2005 to 2012.