Rafael Jodar defeated Alex De Minaur 6–3, 6–1 in the first round of the Madrid Masters on clay, pulling off a notable upset against the pre-match favourite. De Minaur entered with odds of 1.77 to Jodar's 2.02, yet the Spaniard controlled the match decisively, breaking serve repeatedly to secure a comprehensive victory in straight sets. The emphatic scoreline suggests Jodar found his rhythm early and maintained pressure throughout, leaving De Minaur unable to mount a meaningful challenge. This result marks a significant scalp for Jodar on the Madrid clay and raises questions about De Minaur's current form heading into the remainder of the season.