Zverev and Struff out of Madrid Open

With Alexander Zverev and Jan-Lennart Struff both losing their matches, German hopes at the ATP Madrid Open have been dashed. Zverev, a clear favorite, fell to Francisco Cerúndolo in straight sets, while Struff, facing last year’s champion Carlos Alcaraz, put up a fight but ultimately lost in three sets.

Zverev’s Disappointment

Zverev, a two-time Madrid Open winner, expressed his disappointment at his early exit, vowing to bounce back. He attributed his loss to Cerúndolo to a lack of execution in crucial moments.

Surprises in Madrid

Rafael Nadal was also defeated in straight sets, as was Norwegian Casper Ruud, considered a contender. However, Italian Jannik Sinner managed to turn his match around and advance to the quarterfinals.

Upcoming Matches

The quarterfinals of the ATP Madrid Open will feature intriguing matchups, with Carlos Alcaraz facing Andrey Rublev and Taylor Fritz taking on Francisco Cerúndolo. The odds favor Rublev and Sinner in their respective matches, but upsets are always possible in tennis.