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Madrid Open 2023: Bernabe Zapata Miralles vs Stefanos Tsitsipas – Preview, Predictions, Head to head and Stats

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Greek star Stefanos Tsitsipas will face the challenge of Spain’s Zapata Miralles in the Round of 16 at the Madrid Open

Zapata Miralles has been the surprise factor so far during this ATP season and has continued his good form in Madrid. The Spaniard reached the Semi-finals of the Argentina Open and the Rio Open earlier this year, exceeding all expectations and he seems to be on another fairytale run in Madrid. The 26-year-old began his campaign with a hard-fought win against Mackenzie McDonald and followed it up with a commendable 6-3, 6-2 victory against 19th seed Dan Evans. He then got the better of Russia’s Roman Safiullin to set up a Round of 16 clash against Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Zapata Miralles

Stefanos Tsitsipas’ form coming into the match at Madrid Open

Stefanos Tsitsipas has had a frustrating season so far, failing to win any silverware despite playing some good Tennis. He began the year with a commendable runners-up finish at the Australian Open and once again lost in the final of the Barcelona Open last month. The Greek star is desperate to win a title and break the jinx for the remainder of the season.

Stefanos Tsitsipas

Tsitsipas has not been at his best in Madrid but has managed to carve out results in his favour. He began the campaign with a hard-fought win against Dominic Thiem and then defeated 25th seed Sebastian Baez in another intense clash to progress to the Round of 16. Tsitsipas is certainly one of the favourites in the tournament but it remains to be seen if he can live up to expectations and clinch the title.

Details:

Date – Wednesday, 3rd May

Court Type – Clay outdoor surface

Telecast – Tennis Channel

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Start Time – 12:45 am IST

Location – Madrid, Spain

Match details – Round of 16

Head to Head and Predictions

Zapata Miralles and Tsitsipas have never played each other before on the ATP tour. This is the first professional head to head clash between the two players. Tsitsipas is the outright favourite going into this match both in terms of form and rankings. It will be a tough ask for Zapata Miralles in this encounter but he is expected to pose a tough challenge. However, we predict the Greek star to see off the Spaniard’s challenge and win comfortably in straight sets.

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My heart races on the F1 track and tennis courts, translating the adrenaline of each moment into words. While F1's speed thrills and tennis's finesse captivate me, my passion doesn't stop there. As a devoted follower of cricket, football, and various Olympic sports, I find myself engulfed in the highs and lows of these games. Through my writing, I aim to share the stories behind the stats, the emotions fueling the victories, and the struggles that define the journey of athletes across diverse disciplines. Being a voice that echoes the fervor of these sports is a privilege I cherish every day.

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