Atp 250 Estoril Day 2
Gasquet R. Thiem D.
Gasquet, a highly experienced player with an incredible one-handed backhand, similar to his opponent but lacking a powerful forehand. He lost in the qualifiers to his compatriot Puille but was later reinstated. Although he showed a good level in the match, his advanced age became evident, making him struggle as the game progressed. Thiem, on the other hand, hasn't regained his form since his wrist injury, which led him to win the 2020 US Open, but he is showing glimpses of his true self. In conclusion, I believe it will be a closely fought match where the Austrian may lose the first set but come back to win.
Borges N. Musetti L.
Borges struggled in the first round against the French veteran Puille but managed to advance. He faced difficulties adjusting to the speed of the surface compared to clay. On the other side, Musetti historically performs well on clay and is gradually returning to form after some recent struggles. The Italian is favored, especially for his ability to vary the ball's trajectory, but he might encounter initial challenges.
Fils A. Garin C.
Fils convincingly won on a favorable surface, utilizing his ability to vary shots and unleash powerful forehands. Garin, a typical South American player, excels in exploiting the surface's characteristics. Both possess excellent serves, and considering their recent performances, a closely contested match is expected, especially in the first set.
Martinez P. Bautista R.
Both players are experienced and excel on clay. They have achieved their best results on this surface. Their game revolves around consistent groundstrokes and significant rhythm changes. In this match, the player who commits fewer errors is likely to prevail. Bautista's recent matches on hard courts may affect his rhythm initially, possibly leading to a comeback victory.
Fucsovics M. Monfils G.
Both players are proficient on this surface, with Monfils being slightly more experienced. However, I see Fucsovics as the favorite in this match. Monfils has played extensively at the start of the season and may need to conserve energy, aiming for peak performance at upcoming tournaments. Facing a powerful and aggressive player like Fucsovics could pose a challenge for Monfils.