Giron vs. Walton: Tense Matchup Kicks Off ATP Acapulco

ACAPULCO, Mexico — Marcos Giron faces Adam Walton in the opening round of the ATP Acapulco on February 25, 2025, at 2:30 CEST. Both players are seeking a strong start to the tournament, with Giron holding a slight edge as he looks to leverage his experience.

Giron, who has won three of his last five matches, reached the quarterfinals in Delray Beach before falling to his opponent after winning the opening set 6-2. Despite a lackluster overall season, the American is making his fourth appearance in Acapulco, but he has never progressed beyond the quarterfinals here. In 2024, Giron lost in the second round at Los Cabos.

Conversely, Adam Walton also comes in with a strong footing, having won four of his last five matches. His last match before the Acapulco tournament ended in a straight-sets loss to Tien in Delray Beach. Walton qualified for the main draw in Acapulco, winning a tightly contested final qualifying match against Kovacevic after losing the opening set 3-6.

Bookmakers favor Giron in this matchup, reflecting his experience at the ATP level compared to Walton’s, who has predominantly played on the Challenger Tour. “I think Marcos’s experience will give him the edge he needs,” said a tennis analyst. Regardless, Giron’s odds to win are set at 1.53 by bet365, presenting a potential value bet.

In another highly anticipated matchup, Gabriel Diallo and Tommy Paul will face off at 4:00 CEST. Diallo, fresh off three wins in his last five matches, enters the tournament with buoyant confidence following a successful qualification round in which he never lost a set. Paul, on the other hand, reached the semifinals in Dallas before falling to Shapovalov.

While Diallo’s recent performance could make him a formidable opponent, bookies have Paul as the favorite. However, experts suggest that Diallo could give Paul a tough test, and covering a 3.5-game handicap at odds of 2.10 might be a prudent bet.

The matches are just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting week at the ATP 500 tournament in Acapulco, where top players will compete for valuable championship points. With Giron and Walton’s matchup setting the tone for competitive play, all eyes will be on the court as action unfolds.