Dani Mérida delighted the home crowd with a victory at the Madrid Open, while Iga Swiatek suffered an unexpected exit. Elsewhere, Tsitsipas secured a straight-sets win, and Sabalenka advanced after recovering from a slow start.
Mérida’s Dream Run Continues
Dani Mérida, ranked 102nd in the world, secured an impressive win against Corentin Moutet, defeating him 6-3, 6-4 in under two hours. The victory propels Mérida into the third round of a Masters 1000 event for the first time. The crowd showed their appreciation as Mérida closed out the match with a winning forehand.
Mérida secured a break to move closer to the next round. Moutet attempted to mount a comeback, but Mérida held firm to secure the victory. Mérida’s next opponent will be the winner of the match between Tsitsipas and Bublik.
Swiatek Out as Osaka Advances
There was a shock in the women’s draw as Swiatek was knocked out. Osaka progressed with a victory over Kalinina in 1 hour and 16 minutes, winning 6-1, 6-3. Osaka’s next opponent will be Sabalenka.
Sabalenka Advances After Second Set Surge
Sabalenka overcame Cristian, winning 6-1, 6-4 in 1 hour and 25 minutes. After a dominant first set, Cristian put up more of a fight in the second, leading 3-2 at one point. Sabalenka faces the winner of the match between Kalinina and Osaka in the next round.
Other Madrid Open Results
Tsitsipas defeated Alexander Bublik 6-2, 7-5 in 1 hour and 14 minutes. This result marks a significant victory for the Greek player. He was outside the world’s top 80 before the tournament. Tsitsipas’s next opponent will be Dani Mérida.
- Bodkov Kjaer cruised to victory against Shapovalov 6-2, 6-1 in just 53 minutes.
- Medvedev overcame Marozsan in a hard-fought match, 6-2, 6-7(7), 6-4 in 2 hours and 11 minutes.
- Davidovich secured a victory.
- Atmane won his match.
Medvedev will face Budkov Kjaer in the next round.
With a mix of upsets and strong performances, the Madrid Open continues.