Darderi Faces Korda in First Round of French Open

PARIS, France — Luciano Darderi, ranked No. 45, is set to face off against No. 23 Sebastian Korda in the first round of the 2025 French Open on Monday. The match will start at 5:00 AM ET at Stade Roland Garros.

Korda is the favorite with odds at -120, while Darderi is listed as the underdog at -105. According to the latest implied probability from these odds, Darderi has a 54.5% chance of winning.

Darderi commenced his clay court season with two back-to-back finals, losing one in Napoli on the Challenger Tour but winning an ATP 250 event in Morocco against Tallon Griekspoor. His recent form has fluctuated, but he managed to reach the quarter-finals in Hamburg, where he lost a tightly contested match against Andrey Rublev.

On the other hand, Sebastian Korda’s performance has been underwhelming. After undergoing surgery, he has faced three second-round exits and lost in the first round of the Monte-Carlo Masters. His best result this season remains a quarter-final appearance at the Miami Open over two months ago.

Despite Korda’s higher ranking, Darderi has shown he can be a formidable opponent on clay. Many analysts predict an upset, citing Darderi’s improving form and current momentum.

As the French Open unfolds, viewers can stream matches from May 19 to June 8 on various platforms, including TNT Sports and Max. Betting odds may vary, and fans are encouraged to check for updates before placing any wagers.