Yunchaokete Bu vs Jacob Fearnley: A battle between two rising 23-year-olds awaits in the opening round of the Madrid Masters as China’s Yunchaokete Bu takes on Great Britain’s Jacob Fearnley. With both players on the cusp of breaking into the upper echelons of the ATP rankings, this match offers a chance to shine on one of the sport’s biggest clay stages.
Head-to-Head
| Player | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| Yunchaokete Bu | 0 | 2 |
| Jacob Fearnley | 2 | 0 |
Fearnley has already claimed two wins over Bu in 2024. Both matches were on faster surfaces — hard and grass — and both were competitive, especially the semifinal clash at the Lincoln Challenger where Fearnley recovered from a first-set bagel to win 0-6, 6-0, 7-6(3).
Stats Comparison
| Category | Yunchaokete Bu | Jacob Fearnley |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Great Britain |
| Age | 23 | 23 |
| Height | 6’1″ (185cm) | 6’0″ (183cm) |
| Weight | 181 lbs (82 kg) | 176 lbs (80 kg) |
| Plays | Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Backhand | Two-handed | Two-handed |
| ATP Ranking | 72 | 68 |
| Career Win/Loss | 15–20 | 7–8 |
| 2025 Win/Loss (YTD) | 5–12 | 5–5 |
| Career Prize Money | $1,002,626 | $607,334 |
| 2025 Clay Record | 4–2 | 2–3 |
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Recent Form
Bu: L W W L L | W L W L L
Fearnley: W W L W L | W L W W W
While Fearnley leads the head-to-head, Bu has shown better recent form on clay, posting a 4–2 record this season. Fearnley is still adjusting to the surface, but his recent performances suggest growing confidence and adaptability.
Yunchaokete Bu vs Jacob Fearnley Prediction
This matchup is a clash of styles — Bu is a solid baseline grinder, while Fearnley blends athleticism with sharp court sense. Although Bu is more comfortable on clay, Fearnley’s two wins over him this year could be psychologically significant. Expect long rallies and momentum shifts throughout.
Prediction: Jacob Fearnley to win in three sets.
Given his recent success against Bu and growing consistency, Fearnley has a slight edge, but Bu’s clay court skills make this far from a walkover.
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