Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters – The elite of world tennis gathered in the Principality
Less than a month before the start of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, David Massey, Tournament Director, officially unveiled today the list of players participating in this 118th edition. The press luncheon, organized in collaboration with Lenôtre, was held at the Hôtel de Poulpry, in the historic district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, in the presence of Miss Melanie-Antoinette de Massy, President of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters and the Monte-Carlo Country Club.
The tournament, which will take place from April 5 to April 13, 2025, on the legendary clay courts of the Monte-Carlo Country Club, is the first ATP Masters 1000 tournament of the European clay court season.
International Prestige
Just like the Formula 1 Grand Prix and the Monaco Yacht Show, the entire Principality will be immersed in the excitement of the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters for nine days, marking the start of the summer season. Last year, the tournament welcomed over 148,000 spectators.
David Massey took the opportunity to thank all tournament partners, especially the title sponsor, Rolex. In 2025, the tournament extended its partnerships with BNP Paribas, Replay, Malongo, Onet, Lancaster, Valmora, and Monaco Telecom. Additionally, the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters welcomes a new partner: the luxury eyewear brand Oliver Peoples.
In 2024, the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters generated more than 240 million views on social media and attracted 36 million television viewers worldwide. This year, Eurosport will once again broadcast all matches. France Télévisions will complement the coverage by airing one match per day on its france.tv platform and the final on France 4, alongside numerous other international broadcasters, including Sky Italia, Sky UK, and Sky Germany.
An Outstanding Lineup: 9 Out of 10
Except for world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who is suspended for three months starting February 15, 2025, David Massey announced that this 118th edition will feature 9 of the world’s top 10 ATP players.
Confirmed players include:
- Germany’s Alexander Zverev (No. 2), 2025 Australian Open finalist
- Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz (No. 3)
- American Taylor Fritz (No. 4)
- Norway’s Casper Ruud (No. 5)
- Daniil Medvedev (No. 6)
- Andrey Rublev (No. 7)
- Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas (No. 9), a three-time Monte-Carlo champion
- Australia’s Alex de Minaur (No. 10)
In total, 42 of the top 45 players will compete on the Monte-Carlo clay.
French players in the lineup:
Ugo Humbert (No. 19), winner in Marseille and finalist at the Rolex Paris Masters, Arthur Fils (No. 21), Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard (No. 30), Gaël Monfils (No. 42), and Alexandre Muller (No. 44).
The main draw will be completed by seven qualifiers and four wild cards, bringing the total number of participants to 56. Additionally, 28 teams will compete in the doubles event.
Modernized Infrastructure for an Unparalleled Experience
Founded in 1897, the tournament continues to innovate to provide an immersive experience for both players and spectators. Key updates include:
- Renaming of Court No. 2: The court will now be known as Court Elizabeth-Ann de Massy, honoring a key figure in Monegasque tennis. This new main court will feature numbered seating and will host four matches per day from Saturday, April 5, to Thursday, April 10.
- 35% expansion of the venue: This includes the privatization of the Monte-Carlo Beach Club, transformed into an exclusive space for players and their families – the Players’ Village. “With an exceptional setting and breathtaking sea views, we wanted to offer players an even more attractive and functional environment,” said David Massey. “This expansion marks a key step in the tournament’s development and aligns with our long-term vision.”
- Introduction of Automated Officiating: For the first time, the tournament will replace line judges with the Electronic Line Calling Live (ELC Live) system, based on Hawk-Eye technology, which automatically detects out balls. Additionally, Video Review will allow umpires and players to verify calls with instant replays covering all game situations.
A Commitment to Solidarity and Exclusive Events
The Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters reaffirms its commitment to social responsibility with the “Points for Change” initiative, in partnership with BNP Paribas. In 2024, this program raised over €37,000 for GEMLUC (Monaco’s Business Group in the Fight Against Cancer). This year, the tournament will continue to promote solidarity and sustainability initiatives.
Save the Date: April 5-13, 2025
The 118th edition will officially kick off with the draw ceremony at the Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort, the tournament’s official hotel, on Friday, April 4, at 5:00 PM, in the presence of reigning champion Stefanos Tsitsipas.
The opening weekend will feature a mini-tennis exhibition on Saturday at Mareterra, the Principality’s new district, offering a unique experience for young fans. Sunday will be dedicated to children, providing them with an immersive introduction to the tournament.
