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Alex Gruskin discusses the first week of action in Madrid, highlighting early upsets and standout performers.

Cracked Racquets Editor-in-Chief Alex Gruskin offers his thoughts on the first week of action in Madrid. He breaks down a wave of early women's upsets, plus a massive week for the 2025 NextGenATP class. He also names his standout performers from the event thus far, previews the Week Two action, and SO much more!!

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