Felix Auger-Aliassime has been outstanding at the 2024 Madrid Open so far, but can he maintain his form against Jiri Lehecka?
This unexpected matchup has come to light in the later stages of the Madrid Open. Auger-Aliassime has been playing exceptionally well, defeating top players like Casper Ruud leading up to this match.
Unfortunately, he will not face Jannik Sinner in the upcoming match as the Italian had to withdraw, depriving fans of what could have been an exciting contest. On the other hand, Lehecka has quietly impressed with his performance during this week of tennis.
In a remarkable feat, he defeated Rafael Nadal and benefitted from Daniil Medvedev’s withdrawal, setting up a potential final appearance in the ATP Masters 1000 tournament.
Head-to-head:
Lehecka and Auger-Aliassime have met once before, at last year’s Australian Open. The Czech emerged victorious in four sets, giving him the advantage in their encounters. Lehecka’s more stable baseline play could prove crucial in this matchup.
Auger-Aliassime’s superior serving ability compared to Lehecka’s might be a significant factor, especially on a good serving day.
| Felix Auger-Aliassime | Jiri Lehecka | |
| 0 | H2H | 1 |
| 35 | Rank | 31 |
| 23 | Age | 22 |
| 15-10 | 2024 W/L | 17-8 |
| 198-132 | Career W/L | 64-55 |
Prediction:
Considering their current form, Auger-Aliassime appears to be the more impressive player this week. If both players maintain their peak performance, Auger-Aliassime is likely to come out on top.
He excels when both his serve and return are firing on all cylinders, making him a formidable opponent.
Prediction: Felix Auger-Aliassime to win in two sets.
