Kecmanovic and Giron Clash in Delray Beach Open Quarterfinals

DELRA BEACH, Florida – Miomir Kecmanovic is set to face Marcos Giron in the quarterfinals of the ATP Delray Beach Open on February 14, 2025. The match, scheduled for 1:00 PM ET, features two players with recent strong performances on hard courts. Kecmanovic currently holds a head-to-head record of 1-2 against Giron.

Kecmanovic enters the match with a solid performance, having won three of his last five matches. He opened the tournament with a convincing victory over Borna Gojo in straight sets and received a walkover in the second round after Yoshihito Nishioka withdrew. Last season, Kecmanovic faced an early upset at the same tournament.

“I’m feeling good about my game heading into this match. I’ve been practicing hard and I hope to capitalize on my chances,” said Kecmanovic following his advancement to the quarterfinals.

Marcos Giron, who has also won four of his last five matches, previously competed in the Davis Cup, helping the USA secure a win against Taiwan. In the Delray Beach Open’s first round, Giron defeated Quinn in straight sets, showing his skill on the fast courts. Last year, he made it to the semifinals at this event before succumbing to Taylor Fritz.

“I’m excited to compete in front of the fans here. Miomir is a tough opponent, but I feel prepared for this challenge,” noted Giron in anticipation of the match.

Bookmakers have placed the match at a near 50-50 contest, reflecting the closely matched abilities of both players. Predictive models, such as those from Dimers, signal a slight edge for Giron, with a 52% projected chance of victory compared to Kecmanovic’s 48%.

The match is expected to be intense, with both players having acclimated well to hard court conditions. As they vie for a spot in the semifinals, analysts predict the potential for a three-set match given their competitive history.

Value bets have emerged, with a recommended wager on over 23.5 total games at odds of 1.91 for those looking to capitalize on the expected tight contest. The anticipation builds as both Kecmanovic and Giron prepare to battle once again on the ATP circuit.