Federico Cina vs Alexander Blockx Live Stream & Betting Tips - Blockx to Maintain his Form at ATP Rome
Alexander Blockx, fresh off a stunning semi-final run in Madrid and now ranked in the Top 40, is heavily favored against Federico Cina in their ATP Rome 2026 first round clash. With Cina coming into the match on a five-loss streak and lacking wins against high-ranked players, Blockx’s clay court form and recent performances make him the clear pick to win in straight sets. The betting tip strongly favors Blockx (2-0 @1.75). Fans can catch the action via live streaming services for the Italian Open.
- Cina has lost his last 5 matches, none of those against a Top 60 player
- Blockx is coming off a sensational semi-final run in Madrid
- I think Blockx will be too good in Rome and get it done in straight sets
Federico Cina is 2-6 on the ATP Tour which includes a first round defeat in Rome last year. The wildcard is set to be outclassed by Alexander Blockx who is in career best form.
| Federico Cina | Alexander Blockx | |
|---|---|---|
| Nationality | Italy | Belgium |
| Age | 19 (30 March 2007) | 21 (8 April 2005) |
| Height | 6'1" (1.85m) | 6'4" (193 cm) |
| Plays | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| World Ranking | 225 | 36 |
| Career High | 183 (March 2026) | 36 (May 2026) |
| ATP Tour Titles | 0 | 0 |
| ATP Rome Best Result | First Round (2025) | First Appearance |
HTH
This will be the first match between Federico Cina and Alexander Blockx.
Cina Still Outside the Top 200
Federico Cina is still finding his feet on the ATP Tour, the youngster with a 2-6 record at the top level. He won the Pune Challenger this year but comes to Rome on a five match losing streak.
The Italian hasn’t faced a Top 60 player in that run, including straight sets defeats to Jurij Rodionov and Elmer Moller.
Cina was last seen at the Cagliari Challenger where he lost 6-7 6-4 6-3 to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in the first round.
The teenager earned a wildcard in Rome last year, going down 6-3 6-3 against Mariano Navone in the first round.
Blockx in Fine Form
Alexander Blockx started the year ranked 115 and broke into the Top 40 last week. He has gone 10-3 on the clay court swing, four of those wins coming against Top 20 players.
The 21-year-old qualified in Monte Carlo, beating Flavio Cobolli before a third round defeat to Alex de Minaur. He went close against Ben Shelton in Munich, going down 6-4 7-6 in the second round.
The Belgian had a slow start in Madrid, getting past Cristian Garin and Brandon Nakashima in 3 sets. He then went on a tear, defeating Felix Auger Aliassime 7-6 6-3, Francisco Cerundolo 7-6 6-2 and Casper Ruud 6-4 6-4.
Blockx met his match in the semi-finals, suffering a 6-2 7-5 defeat to Alexander Zverev. He won 32% of his 2nd serves and saved 11/14 break points, unable to handle the World No.3.
Verdict
Alexander Blockx coming off a semi-final run which saw him storm into the Top 40. Federico Cina has lost five straight matches, that record to be extended to six in Rome.
Blockx Win 2-0
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