dailyloe.com – The ATP Masters 1000 Madrid Round of 16 features Terence Atmane competing against Alexander Zverev on April 28, 2026, at 20:00 CEST. This match marks their first meeting. Atmane’s recent performances indicate he may pose a challenge to Zverev.
Atmane has lost three of his last five matches, including a loss to Fils in Barcelona two weeks ago. However, he secured a straight-sets victory against Kecmanovic in the opening round and defeated Humbert in two tiebreaks in the second round of Madrid.
Zverev has won four of his last five matches, although he lost to Cobolli in the semifinals in Munich last week. He is a two-time champion in Madrid, having won in 2018 and 2021, and defeated Navone in his opening match this week.
According to bookmakers, Zverev is the favorite in this matchup. However, some believe Atmane’s recent form could keep the match competitive. If Atmane serves well, he may cover the games handicap.
The recommended value bet is Terence Atmane +4.5 games handicap at odds of 1.57 with bet365. In another matchup, Karen Khachanov will face Jakub Mensik on April 27, 2026, at 20:30 CEST.
Khachanov has also lost three of his last five matches, with a recent defeat against Ugo Carabelli in Barcelona. He won against Walton in straight sets in Madrid, saving three breakpoints.
Mensik has won three of his last five matches, with his last match before Madrid being in Miami. He won his opening clay-court match against Damm in straight sets, hitting 24 winners with just five unforced errors.
Khachanov has a head-to-head advantage against Mensik, leading 2-0. Last season, Mensik lost to Cerundolo in Madrid.
