**Madrid Open Round Three: Expert Betting Insights and Predictions**
With an impressive record of four winners from six bets at the **Mutua Madrid Open**, Andy Schooler presents his best picks for the highly anticipated round three matches. Dive into our carefully curated analysis and strategies to maximize your betting success!
**Tennis Betting Tips: Must-Watch Matches**
1pt Alex Zverev to defeat Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 2-0 at 11/10 (Bet365)
1pt Francisco Comesana to win a set against Francisco Cerundolo at 21/20 (Betway)
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**Alex Zverev vs. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina (Sunday)**
“This is my favorite center court in the entire world.” These were the enthusiastic words of Zverev following his dominant win over Roberto Bautista Agut. Why is this relevant? It brilliantly encapsulates his mindset heading into the **Madrid Open**, a venue that perfectly complements his style of play.
While some might hesitate to back the German star due to his challenging draw, this match has the potential to be more favorable than it appears. **Fokina**, enjoying a successful season, faces a tough opponent in Zverev, whose ability to generate extra speed on the ball at **700 meters** above sea level could decisively influence the match outcome.
The two players previously met on clay at the **French Open 2023**, where Zverev annihilated Fokina, conceding just six games in three sets. With a dominant **4-1 head-to-head** record, including three straight-set victories, backing Zverev to win 2-0 presents an appealing opportunity at odds-against.
**Francisco Cerundolo vs. Francisco Comesana (Sunday)**
Comesana has been a standout performer, winning both of his matches so far, including an impressive straight-set victory over Arthur Fils at odds of **13/4**. Despite this, he enters this match at similar odds, indicating a lack of respect for his current form.
Having reached the semifinals in Rio, Comesana’s performance continues to soar, exemplified by the **27 aces** he has served up thus far. His strong serve means he deserves more recognition than his **3/1** odds suggest!
While there is a psychological aspect at play—Comesana’s hero-worship of Cerundolo, a more seasoned player—the stats tell a different story. Cerundolo leads their head-to-head series **3-0**, but Comesana has shown immense potential, even taking sets in two of their previous encounters. With the odds-against for Comesana to win a set, this bet stands out as a solid choice.
Posted at 2020 BST on 26/04/25
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