Rafael Jodar defeated Joao Fonseca 7–6, 4–6, 6–1 in the second round of the Madrid Masters on clay on 26 April 2026, confirming his status as pre-match favourite. The match unfolded in three distinct phases: a tight opening set decided by tie-break, a competitive second set claimed by Fonseca, and a decisive third frame where Jodar's superiority became apparent. Jodar's comeback from a set down demonstrates the resilience required on the Madrid clay, where momentum shifts are common. The result keeps Jodar on course in the tournament and reinforces his seeding credentials at this Masters 1000 event.