German player Alexander Zverev has advanced to the final of the 2026 Madrid Open after defeating Belgian Alexander Blockx in the semifinals. Zverev will face Italian Jannik Sinner, the world number one, in a crucial match.
In a stunning upset, American Haley Baptiste, ranked 32nd, eliminated top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka from the Madrid Masters after a thrilling match lasting two hours and 32 minutes. The match concluded with a score of 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (8-6), marking the end of Sabalenka's title defense from the previous year.
Italian player Yannick Sinner, ranked second in the world, began his campaign at the Monte Carlo Masters with a commanding victory over Frenchman Hugo Umber, winning 6-3, 6-0. This strong performance highlights Sinner's readiness for clay court competitions.