Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena Preview & Prediction | 2024 Madrid Open | Second Round
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? ATP 1000
When is Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena on and what time does it start? Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena will take place on Saturday 27th April, 2024 – not before 12:40 (UK)
Where is Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena taking place? Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena will take place at Park Manzanares in Madrid, Spain
What surface is Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena being played on? Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena
What channel is Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena on in the UK? Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Alexander Bublik vs Roberto Carballes Baena live on Sky Go, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
World number 68 Roberto Carballes Baena overcame fellow clay enthusiast Dominik Koepfer in three sets on Thursday to build on his strong run to the last 16 in Barcelona last week, where he stunned Lorenzo Musetti before defeat to eventual runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas. The 31-year-old failed to defend his Marrakech Open title earlier this month but he did finish runner-up to Matteo Berrettini to further suggest he has a big shot an upset here but Alexander Bublik’s hammer serve could be the defining factor in Madrid’s high altitude.
The 26-year-old brings a career-high ATP world ranking of 18th into the draw despite riding a three-match losing streak, losing three of his last four since finishing runner-up to Ugo Humbert at the Dubai Tennis Championships. Bublik is far from his best on clay but unique conditions here in Madrid punish the less enthusiastic players less, with a three-set exit to Holger Rune at this stage last season proving what it could take for RCB. Back the in-form Spaniard to earn at least a set given their respective form but this is a tough call that should be kept from accumulators.
TIP: ROBERTO CARBALLES BAENA TO WIN A SET
