The Madrid Open (Mutua Madrid Open) returns to the Caja Magica from 20 April to 3 May 2026, bringing together the best players in men’s and women’s tennis for two weeks of high-quality clay-court action. As an ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 combined event, Madrid is one of the biggest tournaments on the calendar outside the Grand Slams.

Aryna Sabalenka defends the women’s title after her dominant 2025 campaign, while the men’s draw has been blown wide open by the withdrawals of Carlos Alcaraz (wrist) and Novak Djokovic (shoulder) — leaving Jannik Sinner as clear top seed. Below, we cover everything you need to know about the 2026 Madrid Open, including key tournament details, recent history, betting angles, and how to watch live in the UK.

Latest Madrid Open result: Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-4, 6-4 in the final and delivered the highest performance rating ever recorded. Read our full breakdown of Sinner’s historic Madrid Open win.

Madrid Open 2026: Key Tournament Details

Detail	Info
Tournament	Mutua Madrid Open 2026
Dates	20 April – 3 May 2026
Venue	Caja Magica, Madrid, Spain
Surface	Clay (outdoor, retractable roof on main courts)
Category	ATP Masters 1000 / WTA 1000
Draw Size	96 Men’s Singles / 96 Women’s Singles
Total Prize Money	€15,909,385
Men’s Defending Champion	Casper Ruud (2025)
Women’s Defending Champion	Aryna Sabalenka (2025)
UK TV	Sky Sports Tennis / NOW TV

Madrid is a combined event offering equal prize money for men and women, with a total purse of nearly €16 million split across the ATP (€8,055,385) and WTA (€7,854,000) draws.

How to Watch the Madrid Open 2026 Live

UK viewers can watch the Madrid Open live on Sky Sports Tennis and stream via NOW TV. Coverage typically runs from early afternoon through to the late evening given the Spanish time zone.

If you want to watch live tennis streaming through a bookmaker, bet365* often provides live coverage of ATP and WTA events for customers with a funded account or who have placed a qualifying bet. Check their schedule closer to the tournament for confirmed coverage.

For more options, visit our tennis live streaming guide.

Madrid Open: Recent Champions

Men’s Singles

Year	Champion
2025	Casper Ruud
2024	Carlos Alcaraz
2023	Carlos Alcaraz
2022	Carlos Alcaraz
2021	Alexander Zverev
2019	Novak Djokovic
2018	Alexander Zverev
2017	Rafael Nadal

Women’s Singles

Year	Champion
2025	Aryna Sabalenka
2024	Iga Swiatek
2023	Aryna Sabalenka
2022	Ons Jabeur
2019	Kiki Bertens
2018	Petra Kvitova

All-Time Title Leaders

Men’s All-Time Titles

Player	Titles
Rafael Nadal	5
Novak Djokovic	3
Roger Federer	3
Carlos Alcaraz	2 (3 titles by age 21)
Alexander Zverev	2
Andy Murray	2

Women’s All-Time Titles

Player	Titles
Petra Kvitova	3
Aryna Sabalenka	2
Serena Williams	2
Simona Halep	2

What Makes Madrid Different From Other Clay Events?

Madrid sits at roughly 650 metres above sea level, and that altitude changes the way tennis plays on clay. The thinner air means the ball travels faster and bounces higher, rewarding players who hit with power and aggression rather than the grinding baseline style that typically dominates on the surface.

This is one reason why players like Alcaraz, Zverev, and Sabalenka have thrived here. Their ability to generate pace off both wings and take time away from opponents gives them a significant edge. Traditional clay-court specialists who rely on heavy topspin and long rallies often find Madrid less comfortable than Monte Carlo or Roland Garros.

The Caja Magica also features retractable roofs on the main courts, meaning weather delays are rare. The tournament expanded to a two-week format, giving it more room in the schedule and extra significance as the clay-court swing builds towards the French Open.

Madrid Open 2026 Betting Preview: Men’s Singles

Jannik Sinner is the standout contender and top seed. Fresh off his Monte Carlo title, he arrives as world No. 1 with the ball-striking and mental strength to win here — two Madrid finals (2023, 2024) show he knows how to go deep, even if the title has eluded him so far.

Alexander Zverev [3] is a two-time champion and always performs well at altitude. His serve and power translate perfectly to the Caja Magica conditions.

Casper Ruud [13] defends the title after his 2025 breakthrough over Draper. Alex de Minaur [7] and Felix Auger-Aliassime [5] both thrive on faster surfaces and are credible threats in an open draw. Andrey Rublev arrives off the Barcelona final — his 2024 Madrid title makes him one to watch.

Carlos Alcaraz (wrist) and Novak Djokovic (shoulder) have both withdrawn.

Stefanos Tsitsipas is another name to consider. His one-handed backhand generates natural pace, and he has performed well in Madrid before.

For the latest outright odds and match betting, check our tennis betting tips page, and visit bet365* for the full range of Madrid Open markets.

Madrid Open 2026 Betting Preview: Women’s Singles

Aryna Sabalenka is the defending champion and two-time winner, making her the natural favourite. Her explosive power game is perfectly suited to the altitude-affected conditions in Madrid, and she has been one of the most consistent performers on tour in recent seasons.

Iga Swiatek won in 2024 and remains a dominant force on clay. Her ability to generate extreme topspin and control rallies from the back of the court makes her dangerous everywhere, though Madrid’s faster conditions slightly reduce her advantage compared to slower clay venues.

Coco Gauff continues to improve on every surface and will be looking to make a deep run. Elena Rybakina‘s powerful serve and flat ball-striking make her a live threat in Madrid’s conditions.

Madrid Open Betting Trends

• Power wins here. Madrid’s altitude means big servers and aggressive ball-strikers outperform their clay-court ranking. This is not a tournament where patience and defence alone will get the job done.
• Alcaraz has won 3 of the last 4 men’s editions — but he is not here in 2026. With both Alcaraz and Djokovic out, this is the most open men’s draw since 2020. Sinner and Zverev are the clear top-two picks.
• Serve matters more than at other clay events. Free points on serve are easier to come by in the thin air, making it closer to a hard-court dynamic than traditional clay.
• Clay specialists can struggle. Unlike at Roland Garros or Monte Carlo, pure clay-court players do not always dominate. Look for versatile, powerful players rather than grinding baseline specialists.
• Women’s draw favours aggressive styles. Sabalenka’s two titles and Kvitova’s three all-time titles demonstrate that power-based games translate well on this surface in these conditions.

Madrid Open 2026: Best Betting Offers

Before placing any bets on the Madrid Open, make sure you are getting the best value from your bookmaker. Visit our best tennis betting offers page to compare sign-up deals, free bets, and enhanced odds promotions available for the tournament.

You can also find daily tennis betting tips throughout the Madrid Open, with match previews and selections for both the men’s and women’s draws.