Alcaraz eyes monte carlo glory: top tennis returns to movistar+

The European clay court season ignites this week, and for Spanish tennis fans, the destination is Movistar Plus+. The prestigious Monte Carlo Masters 1000 tournament—a perennial highlight for aficionados—is set to deliver a spectacle dominated by the world's top players, with all eyes fixed on ATP No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz.

Movistar plus+ secures exclusive broadcast rights

Movistar Plus+ has secured exclusive and live broadcasting rights for the Monte Carlo Masters 1000, the premier clay-court event of the 2026 season. Subscribers can access the action through the operator’s Deportes por M+ channel. Streaming subscribers aren't left out either, with the day's marquee match available on dial 7 or Vamos por M+ (dial 8).

For those considering joining the Movistar Plus+ family, subscription options are varied. A monthly plan rings in at €9.99, while an annual commitment offers significant savings at €99.90, including two months free. A special annual offer is also available for the Bono Cultural Joven, priced at €39.00 and granting eight months of service—a compelling deal for younger fans.

Ferrer joins commentary team for key matches

The tournament kicks off this Sunday, April 5th, marking the start of the European clay court tour, which culminates on April 12th. Expect intense battles and thrilling upsets. Alcaraz, currently holding a commanding lead in the ATP rankings with 13,590 points (Sinner trailing closely at 12,400), will undoubtedly be a focal point for Spanish viewers.

Movistar Plus+ is pulling out all the stops to provide comprehensive coverage. Veteran and former World No. 3 David Ferrer joins the broadcast team for the semi-finals and final, lending his expertise to the analysis. Sara Giménez will anchor the studio coverage, complemented by on-court reporting. Rounding out the impressive commentary roster are Borja Zugadi, Iñaki Cano, Irene Gómez, Guillermo Giménez, Miguel Ángel Calleja, Tincho Rodríguez, Ana Salas, Pato Clavet, and Quino Muñoz—a veritable who’s who of Spanish tennis commentary.

Coverage schedule: don't miss a match

Here's a breakdown of the broadcast schedule to ensure you catch all the action:

• April 5th-6th: First-round matches across Deportes 2 por M+, Deportes 3 por M+, and Deportes 4 por M+.
• April 7th-8th: Second-round action.
• April 9th-10th: Third-round matches commence.
• April 12th: Quarter-finals, broadcast live on Deportes 2 por M+ and Deportes 3 por M+.
• April 11th-12th: Semi-finals (Saturday) and finals (Sunday) on Deportes 2 por M+.

This tournament serves as a crucial stepping stone toward the ultimate prize: the Roland Garros Grand Slam in May.

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