Leylah Fernandez defeated Iva Jovic 3–6, 6–3, 6–2 in the first round of the Madrid Masters 1000 on clay on 25 April 2026, an upset over the pre-match favourite. Jovic, seeded or ranked higher in the betting markets, controlled the opening set with a break-heavy performance to take it 6–3, but Fernandez regrouped decisively in the second, reversing the momentum to level at one set apiece. The Canadian then dominated the decider, winning 6–2 to secure passage to the second round. This comeback victory marks a significant statement on the Madrid clay and strengthens Fernandez's position in the tournament draw.