Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Sebastian Ofner Preview & Prediction | 2026 Madrid Open | First Round

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Nikoloz Basilashvili faces Sebastian Ofner in the first round of the 2026 Madrid Open at the Park Manzanares

Ranking points: ATP 1000

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Venue: Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain 

Surface: Outdoor clay

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

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Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Sebastian Ofner prediction

Nikoloz Basilashvili and Sebastian Ofner will do battle in Madrid for the first time in nine years.

The pair’s only previous meeting was on clay in Kitzbuhel in 2017 with the Austrian prevailing when the Georgian retired while trailing 7-5 3-0. 

World number 83, Ofner has yet to win on tour this year but has won two Challenger titles as well as playing plenty of matches on clay.

Basilashvili is in the same boat with no victories in 2026 so one of these two will have a weight off their shoulders come the close of play. 

The world number 120 came through qualifying and has at least been facing top-tier opponents, which may make a difference, although Ofner’s serve in these conditions could be a key factor.

Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Sebastian Ofner tip: Over 2.5 sets