The Mutua Madrid Open 2025 kicked off on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the iconic Caja Mágica, and it promises to be a thrilling event for tennis fans worldwide. Running until May 4, the tournament features a star-studded lineup, including top players from both the ATP and WTA tours. With 78 male athletes competing in the ATP Masters 1000 and 75 female players in the WTA 1000, the excitement is palpable from the very first day.
This year’s tournament highlights include tennis greats such as Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic, and Iga Swiatek. The Caja Mágica’s Manolo Santana and Arantxa Sánchez Vicario stadiums are set to host the matches, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere as fans gather to witness high-stakes tennis.
On Tuesday, April 22, the schedule includes 34 matches, with 24 of them being finals from the qualifying rounds for both men and women. Matches will take place across various courts, with the women’s main draw prominently featured in the two main stadiums. Among the matches to watch is the exciting clash between Colombian players Camila Osorio and Emiliana Arango.
The matches are scheduled to start at 11:00 AM local time, with blocks of six matches each. This allows fans to enjoy a full day of tennis action. The ATP matches will be held on courts 4 through 7, while the WTA matches will take place on the Manolo Santana, Arantxa Sánchez, and additional courts.
Fans can catch all the action live on various platforms, including Teledeporte, La 1, and RTVE Play, as well as through Movistar Plus+ for those looking for a more comprehensive viewing experience. Eurosport will also provide minute-by-minute coverage of standout matches featuring top players like Alcaraz and Paula Badosa.
As the tournament progresses, the anticipation builds around Carlos Alcaraz, who is set to make his debut in the second round against either Belgium's Zizou Bergs or Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka. Alcaraz's match is scheduled for Friday, April 25, or Saturday, April 26. Following that, he could face tough opponents in the subsequent rounds, including Jiri Lehecka or Cameron Norrie in the third round, and Grigor Dimitrov or Tomas Machac in the fourth round.
Should Alcaraz advance to the quarterfinals, he may encounter Alex de Miñaur, Stefanos Tsitsipas, or Lorenzo Musetti, all formidable competitors. The potential semifinal showdown against Djokovic adds even more intrigue, especially considering their history in previous tournaments.
Alcaraz arrives in Madrid after recovering from a recent injury scare during a match against Holger Rune, which he ultimately lost. Notably, Rafael Nadal reached out to Alcaraz, expressing his support and wishing him a swift return to full fitness. “I’ve seen that he wrote to me encouragingly, saying he hopes it’s nothing serious and that I can get back to training soon and be ready for Madrid,” Alcaraz shared.
The tournament also features a unique initiative that brings tennis to the heart of Madrid. In previous years, courts have been set up in prominent plazas, allowing fans to engage with the sport directly. This year, a clay court will be available for rent in Plaza Pablo Ruiz Picasso, offering enthusiasts a chance to play on a professional-grade surface.
As for ticket availability, fans can still purchase tickets for the event, with prices starting at 42€ and going up to over 400€ for premium seating. The excitement surrounding the Mutua Madrid Open is palpable, with last year’s edition attracting a record 380,073 spectators, a number that organizers hope to surpass this year.
The tournament format includes a qualifying phase running from April 21 to April 23, followed by the first rounds beginning on April 24. The quarterfinals are scheduled for May 1 and 2, while the semifinals will take place on May 3, culminating in the finals on May 4 for the men and May 3 for the women.
With players like Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz, and Novak Djokovic also in the mix, the competition is fierce. Zverev, the top seed, faces a challenging path, starting against a Spanish opponent, with potential matchups against Alejandro Davidovich or Pablo Carreño in the third round.
As the tournament unfolds, tennis fans can expect thrilling matches, intense rivalries, and perhaps even some upsets. The Mutua Madrid Open 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting tournaments of the season, showcasing the best of tennis in a stunning setting.
