“Everything you need to know about the Madrid Open: Alcaraz and Sabalenka defend titles, Nadal in action, and more – Watch live on Sky Sports”

The Madrid Open is in full swing, with top tennis players from around the world battling it out on the clay courts of the Caja Magica. The defending champions, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka, are looking to retain their titles in what promises to be an exciting tournament.

On Tuesday, fans can look forward to watching Rafael Nadal take on Jiri Lehecka in the last 16, while Carlos Alcaraz faces Jan-Lennard Struff. Other matches to watch include Casper Ruud against Felix Auger-Aliassime and Daniil Medvedev against Alexander Bublik.

In the women’s competition, the quarter-finals are set with Iga Swiatek facing Beatriz Haddad Maia and Madison Keys taking on Ons Jabeur. The action is heating up as the tournament progresses towards the finals.

The Madrid Open is known for its innovative approach to the game, and this year is no different. Changes being trialled include more Singles vs. Doubles action, a streamlined schedule, a reduced shot clock, quicker changeovers, and free fan movement in the arena.

Tennis fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports, with coverage of the Madrid Open running until May 5. With the French Open just around the corner, this is the perfect opportunity to see the biggest stars in tennis compete on the clay courts.

Don’t miss out on the excitement of the Madrid Open, tune in to Sky Sports to watch all the thrilling matches and see who will come out on top as the champions of this prestigious tournament.