Arthur Fils defeated Tomas Martin Etcheverry 6–3, 6–4 in the Madrid Masters R16 on clay, confirming his status as pre-match favourite with odds of 1.31 to Etcheverry's 3.4. The Frenchman controlled proceedings throughout, securing a straightforward victory that underlined his comfort on the surface and consistency at Masters 1000 level. Fils advances to the quarter-finals with momentum intact, whilst Etcheverry's campaign concludes at the second-round stage.