🎾 ATP Madrid R1: Dušan Lajović vs Ethan Quinn

🎾 ATP Madrid R1: Dušan Lajović vs Ethan Quinn – Match Preview

🧠 Form & Context

🇷🇸 Dušan Lajović

• 🏆 Clay-court expertise: Nearly 400 career wins on clay, and a 10–6 record in 2025 shows he’s still sharp on the surface.
• 📍 Madrid credentials: Quarterfinalist in 2018; owns three R1 wins in six main-draw appearances.
• 🎯 Rolling in: Qualified with solid straight-set wins over Tirante and Garín—both notable clay players.
• 📉 Ranking dip: Now outside the Top 130 but trending upward with recent clay form.

🇺🇸 Ethan Quinn

• 🚀 Clay breakthrough: Stunned Coric and Moutet in Barcelona qualifying, pushed Alcaraz in R1.
• ⚡ Madrid form: Qualified with gritty wins over Lloyd Harris and Thiago Monteiro.
• 🎾 Still raw: Fewer than 40 pro matches on clay, but adjusting rapidly to European dirt.
• 🌍 Road warrior: Back-to-back Q-to-MD runs in Europe—his first big leap outside the U.S. circuit.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This is a textbook “veteran vs rising star” clash. Lajović, with his court craft, timing, and mastery of clay geometry, is a dangerous opponent on any red dirt—but especially in altitude conditions like Madrid’s, where he can absorb pace and use his one-handed backhand to open angles.

Quinn, however, brings youthful swagger, athleticism, and a monster forehand. His serve has earned him free points even on clay, and he’s proven he can hang with the big names—his match against Alcaraz in Barcelona was closer than expected.

The match likely hinges on whether Quinn can stay composed during longer rallies. If Lajović can extend points and test the American’s shot tolerance, the Serbian may frustrate Quinn into errors.

🔮 Prediction

✅ Winner: Dušan Lajović in 3 sets

Lajović’s clay pedigree and recent qualifying form give him the edge, but Quinn’s power and momentum could make this one go the distance.