2021 Madrid Open First Round – Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
Where is Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas taking place? Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain
When is Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas on and what time does it start? Tuesday 4th May, 2021 – Not before 11:20 (UK)
What surface is Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas being played on? Clay (outdoor)
Where can I get tickets for Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas? Click here for the latest ticket information
What channel is Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas on? This match will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Taylor Fritz vs Albert Ramos-Vinolas in the UK? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream the match live on Prime Video. Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
Albert Ramos-Vinolas shot up the ATP world rankings to 37th after a successful bid for the Estoril Open title, beating Cameron Norrie in a topsy-turvy final via a deciding tiebreak. The 33-year-old will be dangerous first opponent for world number 30 Taylor Fritz as a result but the American has beaten Ramos-Vinolas in both previous meetings, including in four sets at this year’s Australian Open. Fritz has been in middling form in recent months but should be considered the favourite here still despite of, but also because of, Ramos-Vinolas’ title win on Sunday as the Spaniard will have to avoid the first round curse following a title win. This match could go any way at all, so take it to see three sets on a surface that favours Ramos-Vinolas but a match-up that has favoured Fritz so far.
