“Everything you need to know about the Madrid Open with Iga Swiatek and Daniil Medvedev in action – Watch live on Sky Sports”

The Madrid Open is in full swing with world No 1 Iga Swiatek and Daniil Medvedev both set to take the court on Thursday. The tournament, which is being broadcast live on Sky Sports from April 23 to May 5, promises to deliver some thrilling matches and intense competition.

In the women’s competition, Swiatek will face off against Madison Keys in the semi-finals, while Elena Rybakina will take on second seed Aryna Sabalenka. The men’s singles quarter-finals will see Medvedev in action against Jiri Lehecka, who recently defeated Rafael Nadal.

The iconic Caja Magica (Magic Box) at the Manzanares Park Tennis Centre is once again hosting the Madrid Open, with its three courts and retractable roofs providing the perfect setting for the tournament. The defending champions, Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka, will be looking to defend their titles against tough competition.

Innovations at this year’s tournament include a trial of more Singles vs Doubles action, a streamlined schedule, a reduced shot clock, quicker changeovers, and free fan movement in the arena during play. These changes aim to enhance the fan experience and create new narratives for viewers.

With the French Open at Roland-Garros just around the corner, tennis fans can look forward to more exciting matches on Sky Sports, including the Internazionali BNL d’Italia in Rome, the Geneva Open, and the Lyon Open. Sky Sports will broadcast over 4,000 matches from more than 80 tournaments a year, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.

Don’t miss out on the Madrid Open and all the upcoming tennis action live on Sky Sports. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just tuning in, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in the world of tennis.