A guide to watching the Mutua Madrid Open 2026 across all major regions, including TV channels, streaming platforms and viewing schedules.
The 2026 Madrid Open (Masters 1000) returns from April 20 to May 3 at the Caja Mágica, bringing together most of the best tennis players for two weeks of great clay court action. This is how to watch the tournament, depending on where you are in the world.
United Kingdom & Ireland
Sky Sports Tennis holds exclusive broadcast rights for UK viewers, making it the primary destination for comprehensive Madrid Open coverage.
- Channel: Sky Sports Tennis (Channel 407)
- Streaming: NOW TV (live streaming app)
- Additional platforms: Sky Sports app, Sky Q, Sky Stream, Sky Glass
- Virgin Media: Channel 520 (HD) / Channel 537 (SD)
- EE TV: Channel 445 (HD) / Channel 425 (SD)
Sky Sports provides extensive coverage including multiple court streams via the red button, allowing viewers to switch between matches throughout the day. The service includes day and night sessions, with coverage typically starting at 10:00 AM BST for daytime matches and 5:30 PM BST for evening sessions.
United States
American tennis fans have multiple options to watch the Madrid Open.
- Primary broadcaster: Tennis Channel
- Streaming: Tennis Channel Plus (subscription streaming service)
- ATP matches: Tennis TV (official ATP streaming platform)
- WTA matches: WTA TV
Tennis Channel provides live coverage of featured matches from both the ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 events, with commentary and analysis from their studio team. Tennis TV subscribers can access all ATP matches on-demand, while WTA TV offers similar coverage for women’s matches.
Canada
Canadian viewers can watch on:
- English coverage: TSN (The Sports Network)
- French coverage: RDS (Réseau des Sports)
- Streaming: TSN app and RDS app for authenticated subscribers
- ATP matches: Tennis TV
- WTA matches: WTA TV
Both TSN and RDS provide comprehensive coverage across their multiple channels, ensuring Canadian fans don’t miss the action from Madrid.
Australia
- Primary broadcaster: beIN Sports
- Streaming: beIN Sports Connect app
- Alternative: Tennis TV for ATP matches
beIN Sports Australia offers live coverage of both the men’s and women’s events, with matches typically airing in the evening and late-night Australian time zones due to the time difference.
Spain (Host Country)
Spanish fans enjoy extensive free-to-air and subscription options:
- Free-to-air: RTVE (La 1 and Teledeporte)
- Subscription: Movistar+ (Channel 7 and #Vamos for main matches)
- Streaming: RTVE Play app (free streaming of all courts)
- Additional: Deportes+ package channels on Movistar+
RTVE provides exceptional coverage including finals on La 1, while Movistar+ offers the most comprehensive package with all courts available across their channels. The RTVE Play app is particularly valuable, offering free live streams from multiple courts simultaneously.
Latin America
The Madrid Open reaches viewers across Central and South America through:
- Primary broadcaster: ESPN International
- Streaming: Disney+ (in select markets)
- Countries covered: Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Chile, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Venezuela, and Spanish-speaking Caribbean
ESPN provides Spanish-language commentary and coverage across its various regional channels.
Europe (Other Regions)
France
- Broadcaster: Eurosport France
- Streaming: discovery+ and MAX
- Alternative: Tennis TV (ATP) / WTA TV
Germany, Austria & Switzerland
- Broadcaster: Sky Deutschland
- Streaming: Sky Sport app
- Alternative: Tennis TV / WTA TV
Italy
- Broadcaster: Sky Italia
- Streaming: Sky Go Italia
- Additional: SuperTennis (free-to-air coverage)
Portugal
- Broadcaster: Sport TV
- Alternative: Tennis TV / WTA TV
Netherlands
- Broadcaster: Ziggo Sport
- Alternative: Tennis TV / WTA TV
Asia & Middle East
India
- ATP coverage: FanCode (subscription streaming platform)
- Alternative: Tennis TV
China
- Broadcaster: Youku
- Streaming: Multiple platforms including Douyin, Weibo, Tencent
Middle East & North Africa (MENA)
- Broadcaster: beIN Sports MENA
- Countries covered: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, and throughout the region
- Languages: Arabic and English commentary available
Japan
- Broadcaster: J Sports
- Alternative: Tennis TV
South Korea, Hong Kong, Southeast Asia
- Broadcaster: SPOTV / SPOTV NOW
- Countries covered: South Korea, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand
Africa
- Primary broadcaster: SuperSport
- Coverage: Pan-African territories
- Channels: SuperSport and SuperSport Motorsport
- Alternative: Tennis TV / WTA TV
SuperSport provides extensive coverage across sub-Saharan Africa on its various channels.
Worldwide Streaming Services
For tennis fans in regions not covered above or those who prefer dedicated tennis streaming:
Tennis TV (ATP Official)
- Coverage: All ATP matches from Madrid Open
- Features: Live streaming, full match replays, highlights
- Availability: Worldwide (except where exclusive broadcast rights apply)
- Website: TennisTV.com
- Apps: iOS, Android, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Roku
Tennis TV is the ATP’s official streaming service, offering comprehensive coverage of all ATP tournaments including Madrid.
WTA TV (WTA Official)
- Coverage: All WTA matches from Madrid Open
- Features: Live streaming, replays, highlights
- Availability: Worldwide
- Website: WTA.com
Bet365 (Streaming with Account)
- Coverage: Live streaming available to account holders with funds
- Requirement: Active Bet365 account with minimum deposit (typically €5)
- Note: Available in select regions only, subject to betting regulations
Match Schedule & Viewing Times
The Madrid Open operates on a dual-session format:
Day Sessions:
- Gates open: 9:00 AM CEST (8:00 AM BST / 3:00 AM EDT)
- First match: 10:00 AM CEST (9:00 AM BST / 4:00 AM EDT)
Night Sessions:
- Gates open: 6:30 PM CEST (5:30 PM BST / 12:30 PM EDT)
- First match: 8:00 PM CEST (7:00 PM BST / 2:00 PM EDT)
The tournament features matches across multiple courts, with the main action taking place at:
- Manolo Santana Stadium (Centre Court) – capacity 12,500
- Show Court 2 (Arantxa Sánchez Vicario Court)
- Various outer courts
How to Access Multiple Courts
Many broadcasters and streaming services offer multi-court viewing options:
- Sky Sports (UK): Red button and app access to multiple courts
- RTVE Play (Spain): Free streaming from all courts
- Tennis TV: All ATP courts available
- WTA TV: All WTA courts available
This multi-court access is particularly valuable during the early rounds when dozens of matches are played simultaneously.
Key Dates to Remember
- Draw Ceremony: Monday, April 20, 2026
- Qualifying: April 20-21
- Main Draw begins: Tuesday, April 21 (WTA) / Wednesday, April 22 (ATP)
- Women’s Singles Final: Saturday, May 2
- Men’s Singles Final: Sunday, May 3
Tips for International Viewers
Time Zone Considerations: Madrid operates on Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is:
- 6 hours ahead of US Eastern Time
- 8 hours behind Australian Eastern Time
- 1 hour ahead of UK time
VPN Usage: Some viewers use VPNs to access content from different regions. Be aware that many streaming services actively block VPN usage and this may violate terms of service.
On-Demand Options: If live viewing isn’t possible, both Tennis TV and WTA TV offer full match replays, typically available within hours of match completion.
Note: Broadcast rights can change. Check with your local broadcaster or the official Madrid Open website for the most up-to-date viewing information in your region.