Juan Manuel Cerundolo vs Aleksandar Kovacevic Preview & Prediction | 2025 Madrid Open | First Round

The 18th seed Felix Auger-Aliassime awaits the winner of Juan Manuel Cerundolo versus Aleksandar Kovacevic in the second round in Madrid.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time: Wednesday 23rd April, 2025: UK – not before TBC / US ET – not before TBC / US PT – not before TBC

Venue: Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain

Surface: Outdoor clay

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / US – Tennis Channel

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Juan Manuel Cerundolo vs Aleksandar Kovacevic prediction

Aleksandar Kovacevic commences his European clay swing on the back of a solid quarter-final push in Houston.

The 26-year-old American has had a satisfying 2025 so far with his run to the final in Montpellier backed up by a Challenger title at Cap Cana.

A first meeting with Argentine Juan Manuel Cerundolo could prove tricky in terms of adapting to the Madrid dirt as the South American pretty much focuses solely on clay tournaments.

However, the 23-year-old has made limited impact at tour level, winning just two matches over the past two years.

The fast conditions will suit Kovacevic’s aggressive style despite Cerundolo settling well during qualifying and the American should navigate his way to a second round showdown with Felix Auger-Aliassime.

Juan Manuel Cerundolo vs Aleksandar Kovacevic tip: Aleksandar Kovacevic to win