Madrid Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz vs Thiago Seyboth Wild preview, head-to-head, prediction and pick
Match Details
Fixture: (2) Carlos Alcaraz vs Thiago Seyboth Wild
Date: April 28, 2024
Tournament: Mutua Madrid Open
Round: Third round
Venue: Caja Magica, Madrid, Spain
Category: WTA 1000
Surface: Clay
Prize Money: €7,697,965
Live Telecast: USA - Tennis Channel/TC Plus | UK - Sky Sports | Canada - TSN
Carlos Alcaraz vs Thiago Seyboth Wild preview
Second seed Carlos Alcaraz will take on Thiago Seyboth Wild in the third round of the 2024 Madrid Open.
Alcaraz has made a remarkable start to the season so far by amassing 16 wins from 20 matches, including a title-winning run in the BNP Paribas Open. He also reached the semifinals of the Argentina Open and quarterfinals of the Miami Open, where he lost to Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets.
The Spaniard returned to the men's tour in Madrid after missing the Monte-Carlo Masters and the Barcelona Open, due to fitness concerns. He began his campaign with a commanding win over Alexander Shevchenko in the first round 6-2, 6-1. Alcaraz will be hoping to make a solid start on clay in Europe.
Thiago Seyboth Wild, meanwhile, has made a promising start to the season by chalking up 10 wins from 21 matches, including a quarterfinal appearance at the Rio Open. He also reached the third round of the BNP Paribas Open and the Miami Open, where he lost to Nicolas Jarry in a three-set bout.
The Brazilian entered Madrid on the back of a second round exit at the Bucharest Open. He began his campaign by cruising past Roman Safiulin and then showed his class against Lorenzo Musetti in the second round. He outsmarted the Italian in straight sets 6-4, 6-4.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Thiago Seyboth Wild head-to-head
The head-to-head between Alcaraz and Seyboth Wild is poised at 0-0. They have never faced each other on the main tour.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Thiago Seyboth Wild odds
Carlos Alcaraz vs Thiago Seyboth Wild prediction
A thrilling encounter is on the cards between Carlos Alcaraz and Thiago Seyboth Wild in the third round of the Madrid Open. Both players will be eager to continue their run in the ATP 1000 event.
Alcaraz is a force to be reckoned with on the men's tour. Despite a rough patch since clinching the Wimbledon Championships last year, he dug deep to defend his title at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open. The Spaniard has a fascinating all-around game on clay and often finds a way out of tough situations.
Seyboth Wild, on the contrary, has been the surprise package on the men's tour this year. He outsmarted established players such as Karen Khachanov and Taylor Fritz this season, showcasing his potential at the highest level. The Brazilian has a solid all-around game and the ability to counterpunch from the baseline.
Ultimately, the player who begins well and keeps a check on their errors will have the upper hand in this bout. Considering his recent form and record on clay, Alcaraz should be able to pass this test and enter the last 16 in Madrid.
Pick: Alcaraz to win in straight sets.