The line‑ups for the Mutua Madrid Open have been announced, with the tournament set to kick off on Tuesday and be broadcast live on Sky Sports. While the draw is now official, Britain’s rising star Jack Draper has announced his withdrawal. Draper is still recovering from a knee injury that forced him out of the Barcelona Open, and medical advice has prevented him from competing in Madrid. Draper joins a growing list of high‑profile players who have pulled out of this year’s event.
Recent absences have included former US Open champion Emma Raducanu, world‑number‑one Carlos Alcaraz and multiple‑Grand‑Slam winner Novak Djokovic. The British teenager, who reached the US Open semi‑finals in 2024, will also miss the upcoming Italian Open in Rome. Nevertheless, he remains focused on the French Open in May, hoping to be fit for the clay courts of Roland Garros.
"An aggravated tendon in my knee means I am not able to play in Madrid and Rome," Draper explained in a statement. "It’s frustrating for sure, but I am thankful it isn’t anything more serious. Recovery is going well and I feel good about my chances of being fit for Roland Garros.
I am looking forward to building momentum from there." In contrast, fellow Briton Cameron Norrie is confirmed for the tournament and enjoys a first‑round bye. Norrie, who reached the quarter‑finals in Barcelona last week after a solid showing in Monte Carlo, will be looking to translate that form into a deep run in Madrid. For fans who prefer streaming, the tennis action can be watched contract‑free via NOW, and Sky Sports also offers a dedicated app for live scores, video highlights and match updates. Turning to the women’s draw, Katie Boulter will open her campaign against American Taylor Townsend in the first round.
A win would set up a potential clash with the tournament’s fifth seed, Jessica Pegula, in the second round. Boulter, currently ranked No.
3 in Britain, posted a strong quarter‑final performance in Rouen last week and hopes to carry that momentum forward. Historically, Boulter holds a 3‑0 record over Townsend, having won each of their previous meetings. Their most recent encounter took place in Beijing earlier this year, where Boulter again emerged victorious. Townsend, however, has been in good form lately, having reached the final of the ATX Open WTA 250 in February and consistently posting solid results throughout the season.
If Boulter can replicate her past success against Townsend, she will face Pegula, who comes into the tournament riding the wave of her second WTA title of the year, claimed in Charleston. Pegula’s powerful baseline game and recent confidence make her a formidable opponent for any player. On the men’s side, despite the absence of Alcaraz and Djokovic, the top seed is Jannik Sinner, who also benefits from a first‑round bye.
Sinner’s recent performances have placed him firmly among the sport’s elite, and he will be eager to capitalize on the opportunity to claim his first Masters 1000 title on clay. Sky Sports continues to provide extensive coverage of both the ATP and WTA tours, with live broadcasts available on television, the Sky Sports app, and the NOW streaming platform. Subscribers can enjoy more than 50 percent additional live sport this year at no extra charge, ensuring fans have ample access to the action. Overall, the Mutua Madrid Open promises a blend of seasoned champions, emerging talents, and compelling storylines.
While injuries have forced some notable withdrawals, the field remains deep and competitive. British players like Norrie and Boulter will be looking to make a mark, while the top seeds aim to assert their dominance on the red clay. Tennis enthusiasts can follow the tournament through various digital platforms, ensuring they don’t miss any of the high‑stakes matches as the competition unfolds.