Dominic Thiem is eagerly looking forward to his clash with the 2023 Australian Open runner-up, Stefanos Tsitsipas, at the Madrid Open. Thiem recently advanced to the second round in Madrid by defeating Kyle Edmund at the Caja Magica on April 27. The former US Open champion showcased a strong performance against the British player, winning 6-4, 6-1 in straight sets. He will now face No. 4 seed Stefanos Tsitsipas in the third round.
Thiem’s Praise for Tsitsipas and Upcoming Match
During his on-court interview after the victory against Edmund, Thiem praised the Greek player, calling Tsitsipas an “unbelievable” and “elegant” player who he really likes. Thiem expressed his excitement for their upcoming match, mentioning that they have had some great matchups and big ones, including the ATP Tour Finals finals. Thiem and Tsitsipas last played on clay five years ago, and since then, both players have reached French Open finals. Thiem hopes to do well and have an “amazing” match with Tsitsipas.
Thiem’s Relationship with Clay Court and Madrid Open
Thiem also had kind words for Kyle Edmund, calling him a very tough and dangerous opponent. The Austrian player mentioned that he personally enjoys playing in Madrid since he has some “unbelievable” memories there, which have contributed to his improvement. Thiem admitted that he used to be a “tough” player to beat on clay, but that is no longer the case. However, he pointed out that he is getting better day by day and is working to reclaim that reputation.
Thiem’s Past Performance at Madrid Open
Dominic Thiem is a two-time runner-up at the Madrid Open, having made it to the finals in both 2017 and 2018. With his recent improvement and determination to regain his reputation, Thiem is optimistic about his chances in the upcoming tournament.
