Hurkacz Faces Bautista Agut in Opening Round of s’Hertogenbosch

s'Hertogenbosch, Netherlands – Hubert Hurkacz returns to the grass courts today to face Spain’s Roberto Bautista Agut in the opening round of the ATP 250 tournament. Their match is scheduled to begin around 1:30 p.m. local time after being postponed due to rain delays.

Bautista Agut, who reached the semifinals at Wimbledon in 2019, is looking to regain form after a disappointing exit at the recent French Open, where he lost in the first round to Holger Rune. Similarly, Hurkacz was eliminated in the first round at Roland Garros, falling to Joao Fonseca in straight sets.

As of the latest ATP rankings, Hurkacz is positioned at No. 32, while Bautista Agut is ranked No. 50. The two players have met six times on the court, resulting in a 3-3 tie in their head-to-head record, with Hurkacz winning their last three encounters.

Today’s matchup marks both players’ first tournament on grass this season. “I’m eager to play on grass again and show what I can do,” Hurkacz said before the match. Bautista Agut shared similar sentiments, emphasizing the unique challenges that grass courts present.

The decision to postpone the match was made yesterday by the tournament organizers due to weather conditions that disrupted the game schedule. As fans eagerly await the start, they can expect an exciting display of skill and strategy.

This is a critical opportunity for both Hurkacz and Bautista Agut to reset their seasons on a favorable surface. The match’s outcome could serve as a vital boost heading into the summer season.