The ATP and the Masters Series Monte Carlo are pleased to announce that they have resolved the litigation pending between them in Delaware Federal Court.

The Monte Carlo tournament will continue in its traditional date in mid-April as part of ATP's top series of events, with the same ranking and prize money levels as those events.

From 2009, Monte Carlo will receive a different player commitment and a specific entry system will be adopted which will allow players wishing to enter the Monte Carlo tournament to satisfy some of their playing obligations under the ATP's new calendar.

The resolution of the litigation confirms ATP’s development of its 2009 calendar with its key aims of making fair demands on players, increasing investment in the circuit and producing a season that is clear for fans and media to understand and follow while preserving and respecting the tradition of Monte Carlo as a top tier tournament.