Defending Madrid Open champions Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka both triumphed in their opening clashes in the Spanish capital to reach the third round.
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz returns the ball to Russia's Alexander Shevchenko during the 2024 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament singles match at Caja Magica in Madrid on April 26, 2024.MADRID, Spain -- Alcaraz returned after a month out to begin his double defence with a convincing 6-2, 6-1 win over Alexander Shevchenko, while Sabalenka survived a tense three-set tussle against the in-form Magda Linette.
The 20-year-old Spaniard was as exciting as ever, frequently on the attack, and secured a second break in the fifth game for a 4-1 lead. Alcaraz will face Thiago Seyboth Wild in the third round after the Brazilian surprised Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 6-4. Big-hitter Sabalenka, ranked second in the world, edged the first set but struggled in the second as Linette broke to love and then consolidated for a 4-1 lead.
"I think in that second set she just put a little extra pressure on my serve, and I just didn't handle my emotions well," said Sabalenka.Elena Rybakina eased past Lucia Bronzetti 6-4, 6-3. Sixteen-year-old Mirra Andreeva, who made the fourth round in 2023, won the battle of teenagers to defeat Linda Noskova 4-6, 6-3, 6-3. Flex your summer! 4 must-do activities to make this sunny season your best yetFor only P399: Elevate your skincare routine with your favorite serum brands at Watsons' Online Sale on April 26
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