Alex de Minaur vs Denis Shapovalov Preview & Prediction | 2025 Madrid Open | Third Round

Australia’s Alex de Minaur will face Canada’s Denis Shapovalov in the third round in Madrid.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time: Monday 28th April, 2025: UK – not before 10am / US ET – not before 5am / US PT – not before 2am

Venue: Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain

Surface: Outdoor clay

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / US – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / US – Tennis Channel

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Alex de Minaur vs Denis Shapovalov prediction

Alex de Minaur will aim to maintain his dominance over Denis Shapovalov with a first ever appearance in the round of 16 in Madrid firmly on his radar. 

The Aussie continued his fine form on clay with a convincing 6-2 6-3 triumph over Lorenzo Sonego and looks a good bet to go deep in the tournament.

Shapovalov won 83% of points on his first serve as he outgunned former finalist Kei Nishikori 6-1 6-4 but he’s yet to crack the code when it comes to Demon with no victory in their four meetings on tour. 

This will be their first match on clay, but Shapo will need to avoid the unforced error count spiralling as he tries to hit through the speedy Aussie, if he’s to have a realistic chance. 

Alex de Minaur vs Denis Shapovalov tip: Alex de Minaur to win