Alberto Martin has found hard courts difficult, recording 53–100 across 153 matches (34.6%). The numbers point to a surface that has not consistently suited the game — a key area of opportunity on the calendar.

At Grand Slam level (Australian Open & US Open): Alberto Martin has struggled at Grand Slam level on hard: 10–19 (34.5%) in 29 matches. The best-of-five format and elite fields make this the toughest benchmark on this surface.

ATP Masters 1000 on hard (Indian Wells, Miami, Canada, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Paris): Alberto Martin has struggled at Masters level on hard: 10–27 (27.0%) in 37 matches. Improving at this level is the clearest path to a stronger overall record on this surface.

7 quarterfinals on hard, including one run to the semifinal — regularly reaching that stage is a solid baseline, with the next step being to break through to the final rounds more often.

vs. Top 10 on hard: 1–15 (6.3%, 16 matches). Top 10 opponents have represented a clear ceiling on hard; addressing that deficit is the single biggest lever for improving the overall record here.

By format on hard — best-of-five: 10–19 (34.5%); best-of-three: 43–81 (34.7%). Consistent regardless of format on hard — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.

Best season: 2001 — 11–11 (50.0%) from 22 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the hard record continues to develop.