Vallejo: "What they want to do with the South American tour makes no sense"

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 25 Apr 2026 | 20.14

Adolfo Daniel Vallejo speaks in Madrid. Photo: gettyimages.

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Adolfo Daniel Vallejo is emerging as the big surprise so far in the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open, having reached the third round coming from the qualifying stages and showcasing a tennis full of confidence on these courts. After defeating Tien and setting up a match with Cobolli, the Paraguayan spoke to Puntodebreak and discussed very interesting topics.

The rise of Adolfo Daniel Vallejo in the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open continues to gain momentum after his victory over Learner Tien. On a demanding court with particular conditions, the Paraguayan once again displayed personality, solidity from the baseline, and a growing conviction in his tennis. Beyond the result, his discourse reflects a player in the midst of development, with clear ideas about his evolution, his identity on clay, and the path he wants to follow within the circuit.

A Battle from the Baseline with Its Own Identity

"It was an incredible day. I think it was a match as I expected, a battle from the back of the court. I already knew him and knew how tough it would be. I think he played a very good match from start to finish, and it is noticeable that I am more accustomed to clay courts, so I am happy that I was able to show that."

"The conditions in Madrid suit me well, there is a bit of altitude, and the ball bounces more. I am a player who makes the ball bounce quite a bit, and against a player like him, that favors me because I can make it feel like we are playing on clay. I am feeling very good, and I hope to continue like this."

Growth Based on Process and Daily Work

"Since I changed my team to Igrino and Ramón, I saw a quality leap in these months. Throughout the weeks, I have been improving every day, it is the daily process. I had two very good training weeks, and I am happy that it is paying off. I never focus on the prize money because for me, the most important thing is to develop as a player. I know that if I do things right over the years, the money will come. The most important thing is to enjoy, I am enjoying the matches a lot, and that is what I value the most right now."

Roots in Clay and an Eye on the Future

"I grew up watching great players on the South American tour on clay courts. It doesn't make sense for that tour to disappear or to be played on hard courts because players like Coria or Nalbandian were formed there and brought a lot of joy. I hope it continues because it is a tennis tradition. There is a lot of excitement in Paraguay right now, I am experiencing a very nice moment, and it makes me happy that people are enthusiastic about me. I hope to have a long career and continue promoting tennis in my country."

Role Models and Next Challenge in Madrid

"I have always followed Andy Murray a lot, and now I am also a fan of Novak Djokovic for what he does for the players and how he treats them. Nationally, Ramón Delgado is a reference for me. Now comes Cobolli, a top 15 player and a great person. I am just getting into the circuit, and I already realize that he is someone very approachable. I will try to enjoy to the fullest and play the same match."

Adolfo Daniel Vallejo advances in the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open with a blend of maturity uncommon at his age and measured ambition. His tennis grows in line with his confidence but also with a very clear idea: to build from day to day, without shortcuts. In an increasingly demanding circuit, his identity on clay and his competitive calm are beginning to turn him into more than just a promise.

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