The Monte Carlo Open has become a major fixture on the International tennis circuit. Running since 1969, it is part of the ATP Series and draws all the major players on the international circuit.

It takes place in the beautiful setting of the Monte Carlo country club and is a clay court competition. Former champions include Bjorn Borg, Ivan Lendl, Cédric Pioline, Ferrero and, for the previous three years Rafael Nadal.

The event is sponsored by Rolex and the setting is five star in the glamourous arena of Monaco. Last year, in 2007, the event won 'Tournament of the year award' as voted by the players themselves, in a demonstration of how much the event is loved by the athletes.

2008 saw Scotland's Andy Murray debut at the event and as a prelude to the Paris Open it helped to set the scene for the remainder of the year. Nadal tried to retain his crown for a fourth year running. Other entrants this year include Federer, Roddick, Hewitt and Djokovic.

Find contact details for the Monte-Carlo Masters in our directory under 'Monaco-Events'.

Event: Monte-Carlo Masters
Surface: Clay
Players: 56 International and world ranking players
Purse: €2,082,500
Format: Best of 3 sets
Last years winner: Nadal