Jannik Sinner vs Vit Kopriva

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ATP US Open Hard Court First Round

🧠 Form & Context

Jannik Sinner (No. 1, age 24)

• 🇮🇹 Current world No. 1 and defending US Open champion.
• 📊 2025 record: 31–4 (12–1 on hard). Titles: Australian Open, Wimbledon. Roland Garros finalist.
• 🔥 Streak: 26-match unbeaten run on hard ended in Cincinnati via retirement (illness). Last completed hard-court loss = Oct 2024, Beijing.
• 🏟️ US Open history: 2024 champion, 2022 quarterfinalist. Dropped only two sets in last year’s title run.
• 💡 Slam trend: Hasn’t lost a set in opening week at RG or Wimbledon this year.

Vit Kopriva (No. 89, age 28)

• 🇨🇿 Late bloomer, broke top 100 in 2025.
• 📊 2025 record: 33–19 (11–8 on hard). Highlight: Rome Masters R3 (d. Baez, Halys).
• 🏟️ Slam record: 1–3 in main draws, lone win vs Monteiro (Roland Garros 2025, 5 sets).
• 💡 Note: First US Open main draw after years of failed qualies. Faced Djokovic at Wimbledon 2024 (straight-sets loss).
• ⚠️ Problem: 0–2 vs top-5, never won a set.

🔍 Match Breakdown

H2H: First meeting.

Sinner’s pace, depth, and baseline command should overwhelm Kopriva’s more clay-based style. Kopriva must mix slices and attack second serves, but maintaining that for three-plus sets against this version of Sinner feels unlikely. Even if Sinner is not 100% after his Cincinnati illness, early Slam rounds rarely test him physically.

🔮 Prediction

Kopriva is making a well-earned Slam debut in New York, but this is about damage control. Sinner is too dominant, too sharp, and too ruthless in opening rounds to be troubled here.

Pick: Sinner in 3 sets — likely with at least one lopsided scoreline (6–0 or 6–1 possible).

📊 Tale of the Tape (Qualitative)

• Serve/forehand axis: Huge edge to Sinner.
• Baseline quality: Sinner’s pace & consistency vs Kopriva’s steadier clay habits.
• Form: Sinner in historic form; Kopriva gaining experience but untested at this level.
• Experience: Defending champion vs first-time US Open MD entrant.
• Upside ceiling: Kopriva’s run = progress, but gap is massive.

🇨🇳 Bu Yunchaokete vs 🇨🇿 Vit Kopřiva

🇨🇳 Bu Yunchaokete vs 🇨🇿 Vit Kopřiva – Toronto Masters R1 Preview

🎾 Monday, July 28 · ATP 1000 Toronto · Hard Court

🧠 Form & Context

Bu Yunchaokete 🇨🇳

• 🔄 Snapped a 6-match losing streak with first-round wins in Los Cabos and Washington
• ❌ Still searching for a breakthrough, hasn’t advanced past R2 in ATP events since March
• 💥 Struggled at Masters level: three consecutive R1 exits in Rome, Madrid, and Monte Carlo
• 🧱 2025 Record: 13–22 (5–9 on hard courts)
• 📈 Reached a career-high of No. 64, currently ranked No. 76
• 🇨🇦 Making his debut at the Toronto Masters

Vit Kopřiva 🇨🇿

• ⛰️ Rose up the rankings with strong clay results: QF in Marrakech, R3 in Rome
• 🔁 Transitioned to ATP level with a solid 4–1 record in first-round matches this year
• 🧊 Hard-court concern: Last ATP main draw win on hard was back in Pune 2022
• 🧱 2025 Record: 32–16 (10–5 on hard, mostly from Challengers)
• 🚀 Entering the top 80 for the first time in his career

🔍 Match Breakdown

Bu brings more top-level hard-court exposure into this matchup, with recent wins over names like David Goffin and Daniel Vallejo Magadan—even if they were closely contested. His game thrives on quick pace and baseline tempo, which tends to unnerve rhythm-based opponents.

Kopřiva, on the other hand, excels in rallies and physical exchanges. His best shot at turning this match in his favor is by extending rallies, absorbing Bu’s early pace, and forcing errors late in sets. If the match becomes a grind, the Czech may find himself with an edge.

🔮 Prediction

Bu hasn’t been dominant, but he’s been better equipped for this surface and level. Kopřiva’s form and rise deserve recognition, but the match-up slightly favors the Chinese player. Expect a tightly contested affair with momentum swings.

🧩 Pick: Bu Yunchaokete in 3 sets

Titouan Droguet 🇫🇷 vs. Vit Kopriva 🇨🇿

🎾 ATP Umag 2025 – Round of 16 Preview

Titouan Droguet 🇫🇷 vs. Vit Kopriva 🇨🇿

📍 Umag | 🗓️ July 23 | 🟤 Clay

🧠 Form & Context

Titouan Droguet
🔥 In-form on clay: Holds a strong 21–8 clay record in 2025, including back-to-back Challenger finals in Royan and Iasi.
🎯 Breakthrough win: Dismissed Cristian Garin in straight sets in R1—no small feat against a former Umag finalist.
🧱 Grit and versatility: Compact game with the ability to mix depth, spin, and change rhythm mid-rally.
🇫🇷 Rising stock: At 23, he’s on the upswing again after some early-season inconsistency and a brief injury pause in May.

Vit Kopriva
🚜 Clay-court staple: Also 21–8 on clay this season, highlighted by a Challenger title in Naples and a key ATP win over Baez in Rome.
⏳ Battle-tested: Survived a tough three-setter against Collignon in R1 and has shown the ability to grind through long matches.
💪 Endurance-driven: Covers the court well, mentally resilient, though doesn’t have a singular knockout weapon.
🔁 Steady ATP riser: Longtime Challenger presence, but 2025 marks his most consistent stretch at ATP level.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This one is on a razor’s edge. Both players share identical 21–8 clay records this year and have a similar approach—gritty baseliners with high shot tolerance, solid legs, and patience in constructing points.

Kopriva brings slightly more ATP-level seasoning, but Droguet has the momentum and cleaner shot production from the backhand wing. His ability to strike down-the-line, especially when Kopriva gets passive, could tip key rallies his way.

Physically, both are prepared for a long battle. It’s likely to come down to execution under pressure—second-serve reliability, break-point conversions, and minimizing dips in focus during extended exchanges.

🔮 Prediction

This is as 50-50 as it gets on clay in July. But Droguet’s current trajectory, combined with his more aggressive toolkit and confident R1 performance, gives him the slightest edge in a match that could go the distance.

Prediction: Droguet in 3 sets – expect extended rallies, tactical shifts, and a few momentum swings, but the Frenchman’s sharper form may see him through.

Raphael Collignon vs Vit Kopriva

🇭🇷 ATP Umag – Round 1

Raphael Collignon vs Vit Kopriva

🧠 Form & Context

Raphael Collignon
📈 The 23-year-old Belgian is enjoying a breakthrough season, breaking into the top 100 in 2025 and making back-to-back Challenger finals earlier in the year.
🥵 However, the clay grind is catching up. Since April, he’s been playing non-stop and signs of fatigue showed in his QF loss in Braunschweig and a first-round exit in Bastad.
💡 He’ll be motivated for revenge here—Collignon lost to Kopriva in straight sets at the Naples Challenger this spring.
🌱 This is his Umag debut, but his 14–7 clay record in 2025 suggests he's comfortable on the surface.

Vit Kopriva
🧠 At 28, Kopriva brings a seasoned Challenger and ATP grinder’s résumé. He’s compiled a 20–8 clay record this season, with a runner-up finish in Naples and a QF in Marrakech.
🏋️ His recent form is promising—he qualified for Bastad and nearly took out Jesper de Jong in the second round.
🦵 One caution: he retired in Hamburg earlier this summer. His durability remains a question mark if the match drags out.
⚖️ He’s more battle-tested at this level, having navigated multiple ATP main draws and Grand Slam five-setters, including a win over Thiago Monteiro at Roland Garros.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This matchup pits Collignon’s flash and upside against Kopriva’s craft and clay know-how.

Collignon possesses the bigger game—especially his inside-out forehand, which can dominate rallies. But under pressure, he’s still prone to overhitting and inconsistent decisions. His second serve can also be targeted, especially on slower surfaces.

Kopriva, by contrast, is a clay-court textbook—solid off both wings, mixing spins, depth, and changes of pace effectively. He’ll look to extend points and draw errors, particularly on the Belgian’s backhand side. If conditions are humid or slow, that will favor Kopriva’s rhythm-based play even more.

The fatigue factor leans against Collignon, whose 2025 campaign has already exceeded 50 matches. Meanwhile, Kopriva has paced himself better and may also benefit from his previous win over Collignon earlier this season.

🔮 Prediction

Raphael Collignon is nearing full-time ATP-level status, but this particular draw is not ideal. Kopriva’s steadiness, experience, and prior head-to-head win suggest he has the edge—especially in a long baseline battle.

Prediction: Kopriva in 3 sets – A competitive match with momentum swings, but the Czech’s tactical edge and experience should see him through.

Vit Kopriva vs. Jesper de Jong

ATP Bastad – Round of 16
Vit Kopriva vs. Jesper de Jong

🧠 Form & Context

Vit Kopriva

• 🔥 Clay-court stalwart: Quietly one of the most dependable performers on clay this season with a 20–7 record and a Challenger title already under his belt.
• 📈 Rising form: Fresh off a comfortable win over Hugo Dellien in R1, and recently bagged ATP-level scalps like Baez and Monteiro.
• 🇸🇪 Bastad debut: Making his first main-draw appearance here, but the surface and conditions play to his strengths—long rallies, controlled aggression, and minimal unforced errors.
• 🔁 Even H2H: Tied 1–1 against De Jong, and enters this clash having won four of his last five clay matches in straight sets.

Jesper de Jong

• 🎾 Still adjusting: After a red-hot 2023, 2025 has been more turbulent for De Jong, but his 15–13 clay record shows he’s far from out of form.
• 🧨 Dangerous upside: When it clicks, he’s explosive—just ask Davidovich Fokina, whom he crushed 6–0, 6–2 in Rome. He also took a set off Zverev in Paris.
• ✅ Strong start in Sweden: Breezed past wildcard Rejchtman in the opening round, and will look to dictate tempo with earlier ball striking.
• ⚖️ Unpredictable yet lethal: His peak is high enough to trouble any opponent, but sustaining that level—especially against rally-heavy players—remains the big question.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This is shaping up to be a true clay-court chess match—long rallies, heavy topspin, and fine margins. Kopriva will look to wear De Jong down with his signature consistency and deep court positioning. His ability to stretch De Jong wide on the backhand wing could be key in opening up the court.

For De Jong, the plan is clear: take time away. If he can step inside the baseline and flatten out his forehand, especially on second-serve returns, he can tilt the rhythm in his favor. But on slower courts like Bastad, executing that game plan consistently is no small task.

They’ve split their two previous meetings, and neither man holds a clear stylistic advantage—this one comes down to execution, stamina, and maybe a clutch tiebreak or two.

🔮 Prediction

De Jong has the firepower to pull off the upset, but over three sets, the steadier clay resume and sharper recent form of Kopriva tip the scales. Expect a gritty battle with plenty of momentum shifts and extended baseline exchanges.

Prediction: Kopriva in 3 sets. Look out for at least one tiebreak, and don’t be surprised if this turns into a war of attrition.

Vit Kopriva vs Jordan Thompson

ATP Wimbledon – 1st Round
Vit Kopriva vs Jordan Thompson

🧠 Form & Context

• Jordan Thompson
  ⚠️ 2025 has been derailed by injury: Only 17 matches played with three mid-match retirements.
  🍃 Grass-court pedigree remains: 68–49 career record, including 12 wins in 2023.
  🎾 Wimbledon struggles: 1 third-round appearance in 8 tries (2021).
  📉 Recent setback: Retired against Munar at Queen’s Club; lacking rhythm and match sharpness.
  💥 Still has the tools: Effective serve-and-volleyer with quick hands at net, but health is a big question mark.


• Vit Kopriva
  🧗‍♂️ Breakthrough 2025: Entered Top 100 for the first time after a productive clay swing, including a main-draw win at Roland-Garros.
  🍀 Friendlier draw this year: Faced Djokovic in R1 last Wimbledon—now gets a hobbled opponent.
  🌱 Grass unfamiliarity: Minimal experience on the surface, mostly in qualifiers or lower-tier events.
  🧱 Grit and grind: Built for physical rallies, mentally solid, but technique doesn't naturally translate to grass.

🔍 Match Breakdown

Thompson’s game is tailor-made for grass: compact strokes, chip-and-charge instincts, and high net IQ. If fully fit, he’d be the clear favorite here. But his 2025 has been a series of injury concerns, abrupt retirements, and missed rhythm-building opportunities.

Kopriva, on the other hand, is fit and confident—even if he lacks the movement and instincts for low-bouncing grass rallies. He’ll likely be content to extend rallies and exploit any dip in Thompson’s legs or confidence. With Thompson potentially lacking five-set stamina, the Czech's endurance and mental grind could swing this match in his favor.

🔮 Prediction

This is a classic upset watch. Thompson may start strong on muscle memory and experience, but unless he wins quickly, Kopriva’s consistency and fitness could flip the match. Expect long rallies and increasing physical strain on the Aussie.

Prediction: Kopriva in 4 sets. Thompson could take the opener, but Kopriva’s durability and timing look better suited to outlast him in a best-of-five.

ATP French Open – Daniel Altmaier vs Vit Kopriva

ATP French Open – Daniel Altmaier vs Vit Kopriva

🧠 Form & Context

Daniel Altmaier
🎯 Giant Killer: Shocked World No. 4 Taylor Fritz in four sets to open his 2025 Roland-Garros campaign.
🏟️ Paris pedigree: Boasts a 3–1 record vs. top-10 players at Roland-Garros, with past upsets over Berrettini (2020), Sinner (2023), and now Fritz.
⚠️ Letdown alert: Has historically struggled to back up major wins—lost his next match after both previous Paris shocks.
🎾 Mixed season: Entered Paris on a four-match losing streak but turned it around on his favorite stage.

Vit Kopriva
📈 Rising form: Recently cracked the top 100, winning his first Slam main draw match vs. Monteiro in a five-set battle.
💪 Endurance tested: Match-hardened clay courter with a 16–5 record on clay in 2025, including a Rome Masters R3 showing (def. Baez).
🏆 Clay specialist: 23–8 vs. non-top-50 opponents on clay this year; thrives in long rallies and outlasting opponents.
🔋 Match rhythm: More match play than Altmaier this season—physically and mentally toughened.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This is a classic battle of flair versus functionality. Altmaier thrives on big stages, especially in Paris, where he’s repeatedly upset elite players. But his emotional style sometimes leaves him vulnerable in follow-ups, as seen in past years. If he's flat or unfocused, Kopriva has the grind and rhythm to seize control.

Kopriva won’t dazzle but will dig deep. If Altmaier plays with purpose and confidence, especially off the forehand wing, he can dictate points. But if the match goes into long, grinding territory, the Czech will fancy his chances. Still, Altmaier’s RG comfort zone may prove the deciding edge.

🔮 Prediction

Kopriva will make this gritty and physical, but Altmaier’s Roland-Garros magic isn’t done yet. Expect a mini letdown—but also a recovery and a win.

Prediction: Daniel Altmaier in 4 sets — with momentum swings, but the German holds firm in key moments.

ATP Rome: Jack Draper vs Vit Kopriva

ATP Rome: Jack Draper vs Vit Kopriva

🧠 Form & Context

Jack Draper
Fresh off a runner-up finish in Madrid, Draper looks to continue his breakthrough clay-court form. Benefiting from favorable draws and growing tactical maturity, he’s now inside the ATP Top 5 and pushing for even higher. Improved endurance and lefty firepower make him a major threat this week in Rome.

Vit Kopriva
The Czech overachiever has ridden momentum past Halys and Baez, reaching the third round at a Masters event for the first time. Playing with house money, Kopriva swings freely and thrives when underestimated, but he faces a massive step up against a surging Draper.

🔍 Match Breakdown

Draper’s mix of heavy lefty serves, controlled aggression, and clay-court patience should overwhelm Kopriva’s grinding style. The Brit has been closing tight matches with poise, while Kopriva will need a near-flawless performance to stay competitive. Unless Draper suffers a post-Madrid physical dip, the matchup heavily favors him.

🔮 Prediction

Kopriva deserves credit for his run, but Draper’s superior athleticism, shot-making, and momentum should see him through. Expect a confident display as he pushes toward a possible Top-4 breakthrough.

Prediction: Draper in straight sets, maintaining full control throughout.

ATP Rome: Vit Kopriva vs Sebastián Báez

ATP Rome: Vit Kopriva vs Sebastián Báez

🧠 Form & Context

Sebastián Báez
A purebred clay specialist, Báez enters Rome with solid form despite a few mental stumbles. He’s already surpassed his 2023 clay campaign with a runner-up finish in Bucharest and four clay wins this swing. His biggest struggle remains psychological—he’s lost three matches this year after winning the first set. Still, his game—built on topspin-heavy forehands and rally endurance—is a perfect fit for Rome’s slow conditions.

Vit Kopriva
The Czech journeyman is enjoying a breakthrough in the Eternal City, earning his first-ever Masters main-draw win after qualifying. He beat a rusty Quentin Halys in R1 and enters with renewed confidence. Known for his steady baseline play, Kopriva doesn’t bring raw power but thrives in rhythm-based matchups, particularly on clay where he owns all three of his career top-50 wins.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This is a surface and style matchup that heavily favors Báez. Rome’s high-bounce clay neutralizes big-hitters and rewards players like Báez who are disciplined, physical, and consistent from the baseline. Kopriva may have momentum and belief, but his lack of firepower will likely leave him struggling to dictate play.

Báez will look to attack early and apply scoreboard pressure, something he’s done well in most of his clay wins. The danger lies in his mid-match lapses—if Kopriva can stay close and extend rallies deep into the second set, he could force tiebreak drama.

🔮 Prediction

Prediction: Báez in straight sets. While Kopriva may keep things tight with grinding resistance, Báez’s experience, rally tolerance, and clay expertise should guide him into the next round.

🎾 ATP Rome: Quentin Halys vs Vit Kopriva

🎾 ATP Rome: Quentin Halys vs Vit Kopriva – Match Preview

🧠 Form & Context

🇫🇷 Quentin Halys

• Career-high disrupted: Reached the Dubai semifinals earlier this year as a qualifier, defeating Rublev in one of his biggest wins to date. Came close to a top-50 breakthrough.
• Injury setback: Missed nearly a month after the Sunshine Double and has struggled since—losing in straights to Darderi and Navone in Madrid and Aix-en-Provence.
• Rome debut: First time in the main draw of the Italian Open. Holds a 5–4 record in Masters 1R matches, often a strong early-round performer when healthy.
• Surface mismatch: His big serve and flat hitting don’t suit slow clay. Movement and point construction have looked off since his return.

🇨🇿 Vit Kopriva

• Rome breakthrough: Qualified for the main draw after falling short in the final round two years in a row—beat Svrcina and Basavareddy this time.
• Clay consistency: Also qualified in Madrid and pushed through tough three-setters, though fell in straights to Griekspoor in the main draw.
• Masters-level struggles: 0–2 in ATP Masters main draws, without taking more than four games in any set—but gaining experience.
• Reliable grinder: Solid Challenger résumé on clay. Not flashy, but physical and mentally tough with steady topspin and rally tolerance.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This matchup features a power player in recovery mode versus a fit, clay-ready grinder.

Halys has the tools to win quickly—if everything clicks. But on Rome’s high-bounce courts and against an opponent willing to extend rallies, his lack of recent match fitness and clay comfort could quickly be exposed. His serve and forehand can dominate on faster courts, but on red clay, his movement and shot tolerance are tested.

Kopriva has been putting in the work on this surface, stringing together qualifying wins in back-to-back Masters events. He doesn’t have a standout weapon, but his style is well-suited to absorbing pace and dragging opponents into uncomfortable rallies. If he can keep the ball deep and move Halys laterally, his chances increase dramatically.

🔮 Prediction

Prediction: Kopriva in 3 sets. Expect Halys to have moments of brilliance, especially early, but Kopriva’s clay fitness and rally discipline should wear the Frenchman down over time.

🎾 ATP Madrid R1: Tallon Griekspoor vs Vit Kopriva

🎾 ATP Madrid R1: Tallon Griekspoor vs Vit Kopriva

🧠 Form & Context

Tallon Griekspoor
🇳🇱 Breakout clay swing: The Dutch No. 1 is enjoying the best clay form of his career in 2025, with a runner-up finish in Marrakech, a quarterfinal in Munich, and a tight three-set battle against Arthur Fils in Monte Carlo.
📈 Rising consistency: Griekspoor has reached the quarterfinals or better in five tournaments this season and has cleared the opening round in 7 of 9 events—a level of stability he lacked in prior years.
💔 Big-match tension: Served for the match against Zverev in Munich and led by a set in the Marrakech final—he’s close to a statement run.
📍 Madrid readiness: Reached the R16 last year and should thrive again in Madrid’s altitude-enhanced clay.

Vit Kopriva
🇨🇿 Qualifier grit: Battled through two three-set matches to qualify for his Madrid Masters main-draw debut—an important step for the Challenger-level stalwart.
📉 Main-draw struggles: Since his 2021 Gstaad semifinal surprise, he’s lost in R1 of 8 of his last 11 ATP-level events.
🧱 Clay-ready but pace-averse: Comfortable on clay, but often struggles to handle the pace and altitude conditions seen in top-tier events like Madrid.
⚠️ Underdog outlook: Faces a tough task adjusting to both altitude and Griekspoor’s firepower.

🔍 Match Breakdown

Griekspoor is playing at a top-30 level and is clearly growing more confident on clay. His first serve and forehand are doing damage even in extended rallies, and his improved mental discipline is showing in his ability to stay competitive against elite names like Zverev and Fils.

Kopriva will look to extend points and turn this into a grind—but Madrid’s conditions won’t favor that style. The Czech lacks the power or variation to truly hurt Griekspoor off the ground, and his return game may be exposed by the Dutchman’s pace and height-friendly serve.

Unless Griekspoor has a major dip in focus, this is his match to control from the outset. The altitude boosts his natural strengths, and Kopriva’s limited big-stage experience could weigh heavily.

🔮 Prediction

Prediction: Griekspoor in 2 sets
With the faster surface helping his game and recent results backing his clay credentials, expect Griekspoor to roll through with relative ease.

🎾 ATP Marrakech: Luciano Darderi vs Vit Kopriva

🎾 ATP Marrakech: Luciano Darderi vs Vit Kopriva – Match Preview

🧠 Form & Context

🇮🇹 Luciano Darderi

• 🚀 Breakout season: Ranked inside the top 60 after an 8–9 start to 2025, with a 7–4 clay record.
• 🧱 Clay specialist: Career record of 125–75 on clay; heavy topspin forehand and strong movement define his game.
• 🇲🇦 Marrakech debut: First time in the main draw, but already showing poise with a strong win over Wawrinka.
• 🧠 Motivated for revenge: Trails 1–3 in the H2H vs Kopriva, including a loss in the Napoli Challenger final last week.

🇨🇿 Vit Kopriva

• 🔥 On fire: 7–1 on clay in 2025, 17–6 overall. Wins over Gojo and Sonego in Marrakech add to recent momentum.
• 📈 Underrated weapon: 285–186 career clay record; a relentless baseliner with stamina and discipline.
• 🏁 Winning streak: 10 wins in his last 11 matches, many in straight sets. Confidence is peaking.
• ⚔️ H2H edge: Leads Darderi 3–1 in head-to-head, including three wins on clay and a recent final.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This is a revenge battle loaded with tension. While Darderi has risen up the rankings and brings more explosive offense, Kopriva owns the psychological edge thanks to his dominance in their rivalry—especially that win in last week’s Napoli final.

Darderi thrives on dictating with his forehand and shortening points with aggressive placement, but Kopriva is more resilient in neutral rallies and thrives under pressure. The altitude and pace in Marrakech could help Darderi’s flatter balls penetrate more—but only if he keeps his unforced errors in check.

Kopriva, meanwhile, is in rhythm, defending break points well, and rarely panics during long exchanges. If this becomes a physical grind, the Czech has proven he can outlast Darderi.

🔮 Prediction

Pick: Vit Kopriva in three sets

Darderi is overdue for a win in this matchup, but with Kopriva’s current form and confidence, the Czech gets the slight edge—especially if this turns into a long, tactical battle.

🎾 ATP Marrakech: Kopriva vs Sonego

🎾 ATP Marrakech: Kopriva vs Sonego – Match Preview

🧠 Form & Context

🟩 Vit Kopriva

• 🔥 On fire: 16–6 in 2025, including 6–1 on clay. Recently captured the Napoli Challenger title.
• 🎾 Clay-court natural: 284–186 lifetime record on clay — excels in long rallies and point construction.
• 📈 Confidence high: Wins over Darderi, Pellegrino, and Arnaboldi show how locked-in he is.
• 🧠 Strategic grinder: Thrives in patient baseline battles, and adapts well to slow, high-bounce conditions like Marrakech.
• ⚠️ Unfinished business: Lost in the R16 here in 2022 — now aiming to push deeper.

🟥 Lorenzo Sonego

• 🎯 Balanced all-rounder: 8–8 in 2025, 2–2 on clay — not at peak form yet, but capable of big wins.
• 🇲🇦 Marrakech comfort: QF showings in both 2019 and 2024 — enjoys these courts.
• 💣 Big weapons: Heavy forehand, powerful serve, and crafty net play — dangerous when dialed in.
• 📉 Inconsistent results: Recent straight-set losses to Navone and Fritz highlight some rhythm issues.
• ⚔️ Top-tier potential: Beat Rune and Fritz on hard courts earlier this year — can catch fire quickly.

🔍 Match Breakdown

This is a contrast of momentum vs experience. Kopriva comes in red-hot and match-tough, grinding out wins with smart point construction and physical stamina. His patience and clay-craft are ideal for Marrakech's conditions.

Sonego, though higher ranked and more seasoned, has yet to fully settle into clay season form. His explosive forehand and net approaches give him an edge in short points, but if the rallies lengthen and rhythm becomes key, he could find himself on the back foot.

Kopriva will aim to absorb pressure, extend rallies, and wear down Sonego. The Italian must strike early and dictate tempo — otherwise, he risks getting dragged into a physical war he may not win in current form.

🔮 Prediction

Pick: Kopriva in 3 sets

Sonego is the bigger name, but Kopriva's form, clay comfort, and growing confidence make him a real threat. Expect a tight, tactical battle with the Czech prevailing if he keeps his head.

🎾 ATP Marrakech: Kopriva vs Gojo

🎾 ATP Marrakech: Kopriva vs Gojo – Match Preview

🧠 Form & Context

🟩 Vit Kopriva

• 🔥 In top form: Riding a 6-match winning streak, fresh off a title run at the Napoli Challenger.
• 🏆 Confidence surge: Defeated Darderi, Pellegrino, and Collignon—all in straight sets—en route to his recent title.
• 🏺 Clay comfort zone: 5–1 on clay in 2025, with a career 283–186 mark—clearly thrives on the surface.
• 🎯 Marrakech familiarity: Playing this event for the third time, including a successful qualification run in 2022.

🟥 Borna Gojo

• 🔁 Searching for rhythm: Shaky start to 2024 but picked up wins in AO qualies and lower-tier events.
• 📉 Clay concerns: Just 2–1 on clay this year, and 34–47 lifetime—his weakest surface statistically.
• 🚧 Inconsistent season: Only eight matches played in 2024, with no notable deep runs yet.
• 📍 Marrakech debut: First time competing in this ATP 250—no history at altitude clay events.

🔍 Match Breakdown

Kopriva brings the tools you want on clay: smooth movement, patient rally construction, and high-percentage shot selection. His current form only amplifies that edge, having dominated recent opponents with strategic depth and controlled aggression.

Gojo, meanwhile, plays with bigger weapons—big serve, heavy forehand—but those tools are less effective on slow surfaces unless he's landing first serves consistently. Long rallies on clay expose his looser footwork and can quickly drain his effectiveness.

Their only previous meeting came at the 2025 Australian Open (hard court), where Gojo edged a win. But on clay—and in current form—Kopriva has the momentum, fitness, and surface instincts to flip the result.

🔮 Prediction

Pick: Kopriva in 2 sets

Unless Gojo redlines his serve and keeps points short, expect Kopriva to grind him down and ride his current clay-court wave into the next round.