Marseille Open 13: Key Matches and Predictions for Day Two

MARSEILLE, France – Day two of the ATP‘s Open 13 Provence showcases an exciting lineup of men’s singles matches at the Palais des Sports de Marseille. As players vie for a spot in the Round of 16, predictions for key matchups are generating buzz among tennis enthusiasts.

Among the anticipated matches, Belgium’s Zizou Bergs faces home favorite Clement Chidekh. Bergs, 9-3 in 2025 and a rising star, is set to continue his strong performance after dominating Chidekh in their prior meeting during Roland Garros qualifying last year. “I feel confident heading into this match, my game is improving and I hope to capitalize on that,” Bergs stated. With a successful qualifying round behind him, Chidekh may struggle against the favored Bergs, who is expected to win in straight sets.

Another key matchup features Germany’s Jan-Lennard Struff against France’s Manuel Guinard. Although both players have faced challenges on hard courts, Struff, who previously defeated Guinard 6-0, 6-2, is noted for having a powerful serve, which could prove too much for the inconsistent Guinard. Struff is favored to advance swiftly.

The marquee match of the day pairs legend Richard Gasquet with Alexander Bublik. Gasquet, who has shown flashes of competitive form, will bring the support of a passionate home crowd. In contrast, Bublik has struggled early this season, winning only once. While odds favor Bublik slightly, Gasquet’s experience and local support could be pivotal. “The crowd is everything for me,” Gasquet said, reflecting on the emotional weight of this tournament, potentially one of his last.

In other notable fixtures, Italy’s Luca Nardi is matched against Germany’s Daniel Altmaier. Nardi, after a strong performance at the Challenger level, has potential momentum on his side, yet Altmaier’s recent tour-level success makes this match particularly unpredictable. Meanwhile, local favorite Quentin Halys faces China’s Zhang Zhizhen, with both players seeking to snap early season struggles.

Lastly, former Major champion Stan Wawrinka will take on Nuno Borges. Despite Wawrinka’s ongoing search for his first win of the season, Borges has displayed solid form, making this matchup a crucial test for Wawrinka’s confidence and longevity in the tournament.

As the Open 13 Provence continues, fans are eager to see how these matches unfold and who will secure their place in the Round of 16.