Madrid Open 2025 Quarter-Final Preview: Francisco Cerundolo Takes on Jakub Menšík
The Madrid Open 2025 quarter-finals are set to get underway, with an exciting encounter between Francisco Cerundolo and Jakub Menšík. According to The Playoffs News, Cerundolo, ranked 21st in the world, has been in impressive form, reaching the quarter-finals on the back of some exceptional tennis.
The Argentine’s best result this year came in the Argentina Open, where he lost in the final but took out Alexander Zverev once again. He has also had notable wins against Casper Ruud and Alex De Minaur this season. Cerundolo’s experience on tour and his performance on clay courts make him a strong contender in this match.
On the other hand, Jakub Menšík has been making waves in the tennis world with his impressive performances. The 19-year-old Czech player has come through the draw without dropping a set in his first three matches against Ethan Quinn, Ben Shelton, and Alexander Bublik. Menšík’s best performance came at the Miami Open, where he took out the number 3 and 4 seeds, Taylor Fritz and Novak Djokovic, in the semi-final and final.
As reported by The Playoffs News, Cerundolo and Menšík have met each other only once before, with Cerundolo winning in straight sets on the hard courts of Beijing in 2024. The Argentine took the first set in a tiebreak, 7-6(4), and then dominated the second set, winning 6-1.
Head-to-Head Record:
| Year | Event | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Beijing | Round of 32 | Francisco Cerundolo | 7-6(4), 6-1 |
A comparison of the two players’ statistics reveals that Cerundolo has been on tour longer and has played a lot more tennis at this level. However, Menšík has started to make a name for himself and could be a force to be reckoned with in the future. The Argentine has performed exceptionally well on clay courts, while Menšík is more suited to hard courts.
Player Comparison:
| Francisco Cerundolo | Jakub Menšík | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 21 | 23 |
| Career W-L | 122-98 | 42-28 |
| YTD W-L | 20-9 | 14-7 |
| Career Titles | 3 | 1 |
| Grand Slams | 0 | 0 |
| YTD Titles | 0 | 1 |
Match Prediction:
According to The Playoffs News, Cerundolo has a slight advantage in this match due to his experience on clay courts and his impressive win against Zverev in the round of 16. The predicted outcome is a win for Cerundolo in three sets.
Betting Odds:
- Francisco Cerundolo: 3/4
- Jakub Menšík: 11/10
The quarter-final match between Francisco Cerundolo and Jakub Menšík is set to be an exciting encounter, with both players looking to make their mark on the Madrid Open 2025. With Cerundolo’s experience and performance on clay courts, he is the favourite to win this match. However, Menšík’s impressive performances in recent tournaments make him a dark horse in this competition.
