Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz 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 Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz on and what time does it start? Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz will take place on Friday 26th April, 2024 – not before 15:00 (UK)
Where is Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz taking place? Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz will take place at Park Manzanares in Madrid, Spain
What surface is Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz being played on? Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz
What channel is Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz on in the UK? Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Alexander Shevchenko vs Carlos Alcaraz live on Sky Go, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz returns to Madrid with far less form than he entered last spring, dropping down to third in the ATP world rankings after losing to an inspired Grigor Dimitrov at the Miami Open last month. The Spaniard will hope to turn 21 here in Madrid on the 5th May, Men’s Final day next Sunday, but he has struggled on clay so far this season and, arguably, everywhere but a blistering fortnight defending his Indian Wells title in March.
Alcaraz was forced to drop out of both Monte-Carlo and Barcelona with a troubling forearm issue but he should be able to make it past the first few rounds unscathed before it, or a top player, threatens to derail him. World number 59 Alexander Shevchenko enjoyed an incredible stay in Madrid this time last season, winning the Challenger event before a run from qualifying through to a three-set third round exit to Daniil Medvedev, but this should be too steep of a challenge 12 months on. Back Alcaraz to hit the clay running in straight sets but leave the match out of an accumulator considering doubts about his fitness.
TIP: CARLOS ALCARAZ TO WIN 2-0
