Fantastic news for Felix Auger Aliassime that receives a wildcard to compete in the main draw of the upcoming Master ATP1000 in Madrid.
Auger Aliassime’s great 2019
At just 18 years of age, the young Canadian was the runner up at the ATP500 in Rio de Janeiro, and he reached the semifinal at the Miami Open. Felix is currently ranked no.33 in the world, but because of his excellent 2019, he is already ranked no.12 in the Year to Date rankings.
Why Felix Auger Aliassime received the wildcard
Feliciano Lopez, the tournament director, commented
“It’s incredible what he is achieving at 18 years of age. He possesses an incredible potential with an unlimited shot variety. Last year we conceded a wild card to Stefanos Tsitsipas because he was a young prospect and today he is in the top10.”
What Felix Auger Aliassime said about the wild card
The young Canadian was elated with the wild card to play at La Caja Magica where he led the Junior Davis Cup back in 2015 with Denis Shapovalov.
Felix commented
“I have great memories from my junior career at the Caja Magica, where I hope to produce some magic again.”
The tournament will commence the 5th of May, and the local fans will also have the chance to witness the return of Roger Federer on clay.
Good stuff!
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— Mutua Madrid Open (@MutuaMadridOpen) April 1, 2019
