Matteo Arnaldi is on a roll at the 2025 Madrid Masters, securing his place in the quarterfinals after a 6-3, 7-5 victory over American Frances Tiafoe. This win comes just days after the Italian stunned the tennis world by defeating Novak Djokovic in the second round, cementing his spot among the top players of the tournament.

Arnaldi, currently ranked No. 37, demonstrated his rising form with a solid win over Tiafoe, the No. 16 seed, who struggled to find his rhythm on the clay courts of Madrid. The Italian’s victory marks his second-ever Masters 1000 quarterfinal appearance, having previously reached this stage at the 2024 Canadian Open.

The match was a testament to Arnaldi’s consistency and mental strength, as he dominated the first set before managing to break Tiafoe’s serve again at a crucial moment in the second set. Despite the American’s efforts to fight back, Arnaldi kept his composure and closed out the match to seal his place in the next round.

Arnaldi’s success in Madrid is a significant achievement for the 22-year-old, and his ranking will see a boost following this performance. If he reaches the semifinals, Arnaldi would rise to No. 32, securing a seeding for the upcoming Rome Masters and overtaking Sebastian Baez.

Next up for Arnaldi is a clash with either Britain’s Jack Draper or American Tommy Paul, both of whom will provide formidable challenges in the battle for a spot in the semifinals. Arnaldi will be eager to continue his impressive run and further solidify his place among the ATP’s rising stars.