Carlos Alcaraz extended his winning streak to 13 matches at the Madrid Open by defeating Thiago Seyboth Wild in straight sets to advance to the last 16. The world No. 3 Alcaraz showcased his skill and strength in the match, winning 6-3 6-3. Alcaraz admitted to feeling nervous coming into the match due to Seyboth Wild’s powerful shots, but was pleased with his performance. He is now looking ahead to facing Jan-Lennard Struff, whom he defeated in the final last year. Alcaraz acknowledged the challenge of facing Struff and knows he will need to be at his best to come out on top.
Despite entering the tournament with arm injury concerns that caused him to miss Monte Carlo and Barcelona, Alcaraz has shown no signs of being hampered by the issue, dropping just nine games in his first two matches. Against Seyboth Wild, Alcaraz won the first set with four consecutive games, breaking serve twice. In the second set, he continued to dominate with his powerful shots and well-disguised drop shots, taking a commanding 5-0 lead. Although Seyboth Wild managed to win three games to avoid a bagel set, Alcaraz ultimately closed out the match in straight sets.
Hubert Hurkacz also secured a spot in the last 16 with a 6-4 7-6(2) victory over Daniel Altmaier. Seventh seed Andrey Rublev had a come-from-behind win against Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, rallying from 5-0 down in the first set tie-break to win 7-6 (10) 6-4. Rafael Nadal is set to play Pedro Cachin in his upcoming match on Monday. Fans can catch all the live action, including the 2024 French Open, on discovery+, the Eurosport app, and at eurosport.com.
Alcaraz’s current form and performance at the Madrid Open have been impressive, especially considering his recent injury concerns. The young talent has shown maturity and skill on the court, maintaining his winning streak and advancing through the rounds. With his focus on the upcoming match against Jan-Lennard Struff, Alcaraz recognizes the challenge ahead and the need to be at his best to secure another victory. The competition at the Madrid Open remains fierce, as seen by players like Hubert Hurkacz and Andrey Rublev also advancing to the last 16 with strong performances. Rafael Nadal’s upcoming match adds further excitement to the tournament, promising more thrilling tennis action for fans to enjoy.
As Alcaraz continues to impress on the court, his confidence and determination are evident in his play. Overcoming injury concerns and maintaining a high level of performance, he has proven himself as a formidable contender at the Madrid Open. With the competition heating up in the later stages of the tournament, fans can expect more exciting matches and fierce battles as players strive to claim victory. The Madrid Open continues to showcase top-tier tennis talent and thrilling matches, making it a must-watch event for tennis enthusiasts. Stay tuned for more updates and results from the tournament, as players like Alcaraz, Hurkacz, Rublev, and Nadal vie for success on the court.
