Korda vs Tsitsipas: The clay season is heating up in Barcelona, and one of the most intriguing Round of 16 matchups sees American rising star Sebastian Korda take on Greek heavyweight Stefanos Tsitsipas. With the series tied at one win each, and both players looking to find top form ahead of Roland Garros, this showdown could have major implications for their momentum going forward. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect when these two collide on Pista Rafa Nadal.
Head-to-Head: All Square at 1-1
Sebastian Korda and Stefanos Tsitsipas are tied in their head-to-head with one win apiece. Their most recent meeting was earlier this year at the Miami Open, where Korda won 7-6(4), 6-3. Tsitsipas took their first clash in Cincinnati in 2021, also in straight sets. Both matches were on hard courts, but this will be their first meeting on clay—an entirely different test for both.
Tale of the Tape: Power vs Precision
| Attribute | Sebastian Korda | Stefanos Tsitsipas |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 24 | 26 |
| ATP Rank | 24 | 16 |
| Height | 6’5″ (196 cm) | 6’4″ (193 cm) |
| Weight | 180 lbs (82 kg) | 198 lbs (90 kg) |
| Plays | Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Backhand | Two-handed | One-handed |
| Turned Pro | 2018 | 2016 |
| Career Titles | 2 | 12 |
| Career Win/Loss | 131–85 | 358–172 |
| YTD Record (2025) | 6–6 | 13–7 |
| Prize Money | $7.41 million | $34.38 million |
Current Form: Signs of Momentum
Korda enters this match with a 6–6 record in 2025. He overcame a slow start to beat Matteo Arnaldi in the first round, 3-6, 6-3, 6-2. Tsitsipas, meanwhile, comes in with a 13–7 record this season and barely broke a sweat in his 6-2, 6-2 win over Reilly Opelka. Korda’s ability to rally after losing the first set shows mental toughness, but Tsitsipas’s efficiency could pay dividends in a tournament where energy conservation is key.
Clay Court Factors: Advantage Tsitsipas?
On clay, Tsitsipas has long been seen as one of the best outside of the Nadal-Djokovic bracket. He’s reached the French Open final and thrives on slower surfaces where he can dictate with his heavy topspin forehand. Korda’s game is more built for quicker courts, but his height and aggressive style can still be effective on clay if he controls the points. The surface gives Tsitsipas a slight edge, but Korda’s unpredictability can make this interesting.
Korda vs Tsitsipas Prediction
Tsitsipas comes into this match with more clay experience, better form, and less time spent on court in Barcelona so far. Korda has shown he can trouble top players, and his win in Miami proves he’s capable of outplaying Tsitsipas. However, on clay and in front of a European crowd, the Greek looks like the more likely winner.
Prediction: Tsitsipas in straight sets, though it could be tight.
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