The Madrid Masters kicks off with a first-round clay-court battle between Germany’s Daniel Altmaier and Chile’s Nicolas Jarry. While Altmaier has shown flashes of quality on clay, Jarry’s power game and experience on this surface make him the favourite. With a spot in the second round – and a potential clash with Grigor Dimitrov – up for grabs, both players will be eager to start strongly.
Daniel Altmaier vs Nicolas Jarry Preview
Daniel Altmaier is a solid baseliner who thrives on longer rallies, relying on consistency and court coverage. This season, his results have been mixed, with only modest success at ATP 250 events. Though he can defend well and grind down opponents, his lack of a truly authoritative weapon on clay leaves him vulnerable against more aggressive opponents.
Nicolas Jarry, a former top-25 player, is known for his booming serve and heavy forehand – ideal weapons on slow clay that allow him to dictate play. Despite a recent dip in form, he has demonstrated clutch nerves and the ability to raise his level at big events. His head-to-head advantage and proven clay-court pedigree make him a strong contender in Madrid.
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Daniel Altmaier vs Nicolas Jarry – Match Analysis
This match is likely to be decided by serve and power. Jarry’s ability to hold serve and break Altmaier’s weaker second serve will put the German on the back foot. While Altmaier may extend rallies, he lacks the firepower to threaten Jarry’s service games consistently. On clay, Jarry’s heavy groundstrokes will allow him to control the tempo and keep Altmaier pinned behind the baseline.
Betting Tip – Daniel Altmaier vs Nicolas Jarry
Given Jarry’s superior weapons, clay-court experience, and mental fortitude, backing Nicolas Jarry to win at odds of 2.00+ represents solid value. Expect Jarry to start confidently, hold serve comfortably, and close out the match in straight sets.
Betting Tip: Nicolas Jarry to Win
Betting Odds: 2.00
Bookmaker: Cloudbet