Buse: "The world No. 150 can play better than a top-20 player"

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Ignacio Buse is immersed in an exciting process of growth as a professional tennis player, already peeking into the top 50 of the ATP ranking and demonstrating credentials for a very promising future. He secured his first victory in a final draw of a Masters 1000 at the Mutua Madrid Open 2026 and, moments later, he spoke with Puntodebreak.

With the fervent support of numerous Peruvian fans and the confidence gained from having a great season, Ignacio Buse arrived at the Mutua Madrid Open 2026 aware that he was facing a golden opportunity to achieve one of those professional milestones that are always remembered: winning his first match in a Masters 1000. He did it against Mannarino, displaying great sensations and shortly after, reflected on the fierce competition on the tour, the pressure he feels due to the expectations of Peruvian fans, and other topics.

This is what Buse told Puntodebreak at the Mutua Madrid Open 2026

Adaptation to Madrid and feelings after Barcelona

"I think I played a great match in Barcelona, I feel the decisions were coming along quite well, it has been a pretty good training base. I like the high-altitude conditions, and we try to arrive a few days in advance to adapt well. I think the training sessions were good, and these days have been very important to gain confidence here at altitude. Today, the result was positive, and I think it's very good technically. It's a good gauge to see where you are and what you need to do to raise your level even more."

Arthur Fils, a rival known since childhood

"It's a good measure, yes, but I'm going to try to enter and enjoy it. We are the same age, I have known him since we were 13 or 14, we met in some junior tournaments. But I think for me, it's just another match, and I shouldn't focus on that but on continuing to improve every day. I'd love to go as far as possible, but honestly, I've only seen that I play against Fils. I try to think only about one match at a time. I haven't seen the draw, and for now, I'm going out to enjoy the game, eager to play well."

Support from the crowd and feeling at home

"It turns out that both in Miami and here, there are many Peruvians. There are many Peruvians here, so I feel at home, I won't lie to you. I hope that in the next round, there are also many Peruvians."

Madrid off the court

"I have already walked around a lot, I went to a restaurant next to the Bernabéu that I really like, it's called El Larram, I love it. Yesterday we went to a tapas bar. What I like most about cities is going to the typical places and eating. I always try to go to a place where I have time, even though I already know Madrid quite well."

Disconnecting from tennis, a necessity

"In Barcelona, there was an exception because I saw more tennis, I spent quite a bit of time watching live matches, which I don't normally do. But usually, I try to disconnect, not watch many results, do things I don't usually do, be with my family, play golf, or whatever. I enjoyed the last week, and I'm going to try to do it a little more."

The pressure of representing Peru

"It's tough, especially because of what it means to be Peruvian. It generates expectations, an extra pressure, you feel like you have to give something back all the time. I try to disconnect and think that things have to be done for oneself and not for others. Sometimes I get confused and think that I'm disappointing, but I try to focus on myself and the things I need to improve."

The fierce competition on the ATP tour

"The level is very similar. What changes is the consistency. The higher you are, the longer you can maintain that level and perform in good and bad circumstances. Even a player ranked 150 could easily play better than a top 20 player on a given day, but the key is to sustain it."

Ignacio Buse navigates between the excitement of the present and the patient building of his future. In Madrid, more than immediate results, he leaves a clear impression: that of a player aware of his process, capable of competing, learning, and keeping his feet on the ground while taking steps towards higher levels.

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