Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spanish sensation, is gearing up for an exciting campaign at the Madrid Open. Seeded second in the tournament, Alcaraz has a promising draw that could see him make a deep run on his home soil.
After receiving a first-round bye, Alcaraz will face either Yoshihito Nishioka or Zizou Bergs in the second round. Both players present manageable challenges for the world number three, with Alcaraz holding a strong head-to-head record against Nishioka.
In the third round, Alcaraz could encounter Jiri Lehecka, a player who has previously troubled him on the ATP Tour. This match could be a test of Alcaraz’s resilience and adaptability. Moving into the fourth round, potential opponents include Grigor Dimitrov or Tomas Machac. Both players have had their moments against top-ranked opponents, but Alcaraz’s prowess on clay gives him the edge.
The quarterfinals could bring a clash with one of the tournament’s higher seeds, such as Alex de Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, or Stefanos Tsitsipas. Each of these players has the ability to push Alcaraz to his limits, making this stage a pivotal moment in his journey.
A potential semifinal showdown with Novak Djokovic looms large. Djokovic, a three-time Madrid champion, has a history of thriving in high-stakes matches. If Alcaraz can overcome this hurdle, he will be well-positioned to vie for his third Madrid Open title.
The Madrid Open promises to be a thrilling chapter in Alcaraz’s career as he seeks to solidify his status as one of the brightest stars in tennis. Fans eagerly await his performance on the iconic clay courts of Caja Mágica.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Ranked no.3, the Spaniard played his last match on the 20th of April when he capitulated to world no.9 Holger Rune 7-6(6) 6-2 in the final in Barcelona (draw).
This season the Spaniard achieved an overall 24-5 record. The Spaniard clinched 2 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam and Monte-Carlo. Alcaraz was the finalist in Barcelona.