Where to watch the Madrid Open: Live stream the 2024 tennis tournament

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Carlos Alcaraz of Spain practices during the Mutua Madrid Open 2024.

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The next stop on the ATP and WTA Tours has started, and this one takes players to the clay courts of Madrid. The tournament just kicked off, so it won't pick up until later in the week, but there are some promising early matches on Wednesday and Thursday. We've put together everything you need to know about the tournament, including where to watch the Madrid Open live streams.

Carlos Alcaraz holds the men's singles title for the 2022 and 2023 tournaments and is attempting to make history this year by winning his third Madrid Open in a row. 2024 has brought the tennis star some ups and downs. After winning Indian Wells and making it to the Miami Open quarterfinals, Alcaraz had to miss the Monte-Carlo Masters due to an arm injury. He is scheduled to return to the court in a match on Friday.

Whether you've been following the ATP and WTA Tours closely or you're just hoping to see if Alcaraz can pull off another victory, we've got you covered. Keep reading to see all of the watch options for the tournament, whether you have cable or you're looking for a live streaming alternative.

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Madrid Open quick links

US: Sling TV ($51), Hulu + Live TV ($86.98)UK: Sky Sports (various)NZ: TVNZ (FREE, select women's matches only)Access subscriptions from anywhere via ExpressVPN (30-day money-back guarantee)Notable upcoming matches (approximate times):Darwin Blanch vs. Rafael Nadal on Wednesday at 4 a.m. ET / 9 a.m. BST / 4 p.m. AWSTYulia Putintseva vs. Yue Yuan on Wednesday at 5 a.m. ET / 10 a.m. BST / 5 p.m. AWST

Where to watch Madrid Open in the US

As is the case with most of the major ATP Tour events, the Madrid Open will air live on the Tennis Channel in the US. For cord-cutters, this means it's time to check out a live TV streaming package like Sling TV and Hulu + Live TV. 

When it comes to Sling TV, you'll need to select a base plan and add the Sports Extra option. Sling plans start at $40 a month, and the Sports Extra add-on (which carries the Tennis Channel) costs an additional $11 a month, so you'll be paying $51 a month in total.

Hulu + Live TV will be the more expensive option for you today, but it comes with regular Hulu, ESPN+, and Disney+ bundled in. Hulu + Live TV subscriptions start at $76.99, and you'll need to opt for the Sports Add-on for $9.99 a month to get the Tennis Channel. In total, you'll be paying $86.98 a month. The base Hulu + Live TV plan currently offers a three-day free trial, but this won't give you free access to the Sports Add-on. 

Where to watch Madrid Open in New Zealand

Select Madrid Open women's matches will air on TVNZ in New Zealand starting Sunday, April 28. WTA Tour matches will be available to stream, including the round of 32, round of 16, quarterfinals, semifinals, and final. You just need to create a free account to sign up.

How to watch Madrid Open from anywhere

If you'll be traveling outside the US for any must-see matches, you can still access your live TV subscriptions using a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are handy ways to temporarily alter your virtual location so that your devices can access websites and apps that might not be available in certain countries.

Since the live TV services we've recommended require US forms of payment, this suggestion is best for Americans who are simply away from home and hoping to use their existing subscriptions. Later in the tournament, you can set your VPN to New Zealand to access the TVNZ streams of select women's matches.

If you want to try out a VPN, our go-to recommendation is ExpressVPN. It's straightforward, beginner-friendly, and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Looking to learn more? Check out our ExpressVPN review and keep reading to learn how to use it.

How to watch Madrid Open with a VPN

Sign up for a VPN if you don't already have one.Install it on the device you're planning to watch on.Turn it on and set it to a US location.Sign up for one of the live TV streaming packages with a US form of payment.Select the Tennis Channel and enjoy the competition.

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