"I know it's going to be a tough match" - Andreescu on Madrid showdown with Collins

Bianca Andreescu made her Madrid Open debut on Friday, battling past American Alison Riske to advance to the second round.

The 2019 US Open champion required almost two hours to pull off the 6-4 3-6 6-0 win, withstanding a second set surge by the World No.42 before sealing the victory. This was Andreescu's first career Top 50 win on clay.

After a decent showing in Stuttgart where she fell to World No.4 Aryna Sabalenka in a second round three-set thriller, Andreescu looked refreshed as she took on the American. Despite Riske winning the second set, the Canadian took full control of the final set, as she secured her spot in the next round.

Awaiting the former World No.4 is Australian Open finalist Danielle Collins, who has been battling with a neck injury since her run Down Under. Collins defeated the returning Monica Puig in straight sets earlier in the day, and Andreescu seemed to be looking forward to the challenge.

"I have watched many of her matches, actually enjoy watching her play," Andreescu said of Collins. "I know it's going to be a tough match. She's a very strong competitor, but hopefully I can pull it off."

This will be the first meeting on the WTA Tour between both ladies.