The Madrid-born youngster has enjoyed a steady rise on the tour, with a quarter-final finish at the Miami Masters proving pivotal in helping him breach the elite bracket for the first time in his career. For Landaluce, the milestone marks both validation and motivation as he continues his development on the professional circuit.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019s very special to see myself there. I think it\u2019s something we\u2019ve all wanted to achieve since we were young. I\u2019ve never set a specific ranking goal, but now that I\u2019m in this position, I believe I can go further, and that\u2019s what I intend to do,\u201d Landaluce was quoted by the Madrid Open.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Having trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy since 2022, shortly after winning the US Open boys\u2019 singles title, Landaluce has crafted an aggressive playing style that sets him apart from the traditional Spanish baseline approach. His progress has also been reflected in success on the ATP Challenger Tour, where he has picked up titles on hard courts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite the rapid ascent, the young Spaniard remains grounded about the work ahead. \"I know I have to keep working. With my style, which is designed to cause a lot of damage, it\u2019s important to be able to attack consistently for many rallies. I need to try to be more solid, move better... Physically, I have a big margin for improvement to do things well and be ready for tough matches. I have to keep working with the same joy and humility as ever,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Competing in Madrid offers an added layer of comfort and expectation for the home favourite, who is relishing the opportunity to play in familiar surroundings. \u201cI\u2019m really thrilled to play in Madrid. I\u2019m sleeping at home, and it\u2019s a very special week here with my people. I hope it\u2019s a cool tournament where I can feel significant and strong on the court and have good matches. In this tournament, I need to keep doing things as I have been, trying to impose that style, with a strong identity. If I do this, the level will follow, and the first match will be good. Hopefully, there will be more than one,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite the rapid ascent, the young Spaniard remains grounded about the work ahead. \"I know I have to keep working. With my style, which is designed to cause a lot of damage, it\u2019s important to be able to attack consistently for many rallies. I need to try to be more solid, move better... Physically, I have a big margin for improvement to do things well and be ready for tough matches. I have to keep working with the same joy and humility as ever,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Having come close to a breakthrough win in Madrid last year, Landaluce now returns with greater belief and maturity. \u201cI don\u2019t feel any pressure, I\u2019m focused on improving and continuing my journey. On my first visit to the tournament I felt the pressure, but I think now playing at home with the crowd supporting me will benefit me more and more. I believe now I\u2019ll be able to play my best tennis,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\r\n\r\n