Dates, players, prize money: Everything you always wanted to know about the 2023 Monte-Carlo Masters (but never had time to find out)
All you need to know about the first clay Masters Series event of the season
Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas celebrates with trophy after winning the final at the 2022 Monte Carlo Masters
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What are the dates of the 2023 Monte-Carlo Masters?
The 2023 Monte-Carlo Masters starts from April 8 and ends on April 16.
Where is the Monte-Carlo Masters held?
The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters is held at the Monte Carlo Country Club, in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, on the border with Monaco. The show court at the tournament is the Court Rainier III, which has a capacity of 10,200 spectators.
Is Rafael Nadal playing the Monte-Carlo Masters?
11-time champion Rafael Nadal is missing this year’s event as he continues to recover from injury. The Spaniard, who last won here in 2018, has not played since his second round exit at the 2023 Australian Open in January.
Also, missing are Carlos Alcaraz, Felix Auger-Aliassime and Nick Kyrgios from among the marquee names.
Who are the defending champions at the Monte-Carlo Masters?
Stefanos Tsitsipas is the defending champion and is gunning for a three-peat after winning the title in 2021 and 2022. The Greek player defeated Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the final last year.
Rajeev Ram/ Joe Salisbury are the defending men’s doubles champions. They beat Juan Sebastian Cabal/ Robert Farah in the final last year.
Is the draw for the Monte-Carlo Masters out?
Yes, the draw for this year’s tournament was made on April 7.
When was the first edition of Monte-Carlo held?
The tournament celebrated its centenary tournament in 2006, marking the 100th time it had been held since its inauguration in 1897.
How many ranking points can player earn?
The ranking points on offer at Monte-Carlo is as follows:
- Winner: 1000
- Rinner-up: 600
- Semi-finalists: 360
- Quarter-finalists: 180
- Last 16: 90
- Third round: 45
- Second round: 25
- First round: 10
What is the prize money at the Monte-Carlo Masters?
The total prize money for the 2023 Monte-Carlo Masters is €5,779,335.
Who has won the most Monte-Carlo Masters titles?
Rafael Nadal has won 11 titles in Monte-Carlo, including a record eight in a row between 2005 and 2012.
How can I buy tickets for the Monte-Carlo Masters?
Tickets for the 2023 Monte-Carlo Masters can be bought via the official tournament website, which you can access here.
Where can I watch the Monte-Carlo Masters on television?
In the United States, the Tennis Channel is the host broadcaster. Details of its schedule and overseas broadcasting schedules can be found here.
