Power cuts have hit Spain and Portugal as both countries have been hit by massive blackouts. Major cities such as Madrid, Seville and Lisbon were plunged into darkness, leaving residents without electricity and mobile signal.

Spain and Portugal have reportedly been hit by a widespread power outage on Monday, leaving millions without electricity. The Madrid Open has also been suspended owing to the outage. British tennis player Jacob Fearnley was forced to leave the court when play was halted,