Perfect opener for Sinner at the MMOPEN
Jannik Sinner showed why he is the number one seed in the men’s competition at the Mutua Madrid Open with a straightforward win on Saturday over Lorenzo Sonego (6-0, 6-3) in an all-Italian clash in the Manolo Santana Stadium. “I know him really well because we play Davis Cup together and we are good friends. […]
Zverev and Rune dazzle under the lights of the Caja Mágica
On the brink of the first weekend of the Mutua Madrid Open, Friday’s night session was a barnstormer. Alexander Zverev (4) and Holger Rune (11) had the fans of Madrid in raptures in the Manolo Santana and Arantxa Sánchez stadiums. The German hit 19 winners, of which 5 came from his serve, to beat Croatia’s […]
“We’re back, Madrid!”
“We’re back, Madrid!” read the message Carlos Alcaraz scrawled on the camera straight after winning his first-round match. He came through his first match since losing to Grigor Dimitrov in Miami with a resounding 6-2, 6-1. In his post-match press conference, there was a good deal of interest about how the Murcia native was feeling […]
Alcaraz, primed for action at the MMOPEN
The Manolo Santana Stadium has witnessed him claim its throne at the last two editions of the tournament and the Spanish capital now awaits his return with bated breath. Carlos Alcaraz’s opener on Friday against Alexander Shevchenko is one of the most highly-anticipated moments of the 2024 Mutua Madrid Open. The Madrid fans have been […]
Richard Gasquet, a thousand reasons to be happy
Richard Gasquet’s legacy grew significantly today. The Frenchman played his 1000th ATP Tour match, making him the fourth active player to reach four figures. He joins an elite club of pros, which includes only Novak Djokovic (1,315), Rafael Nadal (1,291) and Fernando Verdasco (1,006). Such feats are not celebrated every week: “I’m very proud to […]
Sara Sorribes and the Caja Mágica: a special connection
It’s undeniable, Sara Sorribes has a special connection with the Mutua Madrid Open. Her magical game is the perfect match for the enthusiasm of the fans of Madrid. They need one another, they make each other greater, and they enjoy themselves more when they are together. You only have to see how the Spaniard celebrated […]
Bouzas’ dream comes true in Madrid
Paula Badosa vs. Jéssica Bouzas Maneiro. We were treated to a spectacular match to open day three’s play on the Manolo Santana centre court. The thrilling encounter was decided in the third set, with the young Bouzas fending off the experienced Paula. Badosa arrived at the Mutua Madrid Open this week after a challenging year […]
Alcaraz looks on the bright side in Madrid
Every time Carlos Alcaraz lifts a finger in the Caja Mágica there is a hive of activity. The Spaniard, who won the last two editions of the Mutua Madrid Open, is being welcomed with enormous affection by the fans who pack out the court every time he practises. After missing the start of the clay […]
Sabalenka feels at home
A broad smile seems to be a permanent fixture on the face of Aryna, the defending champion. Sabalenka was in a buoyant mood as she turned up at the 2024 Mutua Madrid Open Media Day where dozens of journalists awaited. It is no surprise, Sabalenka arrives in the Spanish capital with a chance of winning […]
Sinner stakes his claim in the Caja Mágica
The best start to the 2024 season belongs to none other than Jannik Sinner. Being the champion of the Australian Open, Rotterdam and Miami means the Italian arrives at the Mutua Madrid Open as the top seed. It is “a pleasure” for the ATP No.2 to be top of the pile, but “nothing changes as […]
