Gael Monfils vs Jiri Lehecka Preview & Prediction | 2025 Miami Open | Second Round

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After a three-set win over Fabian Marozsan, Gael Monfils’ reward is a second round showdown with Jiri Lehecka.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time: Friday 21st March, 2025: UK – not before 3:00pm / US ET – not before 11:00am / US PT – not before 8:00am

Venue: Miami Gardens, Florida, USA

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / US – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / US – Tennis Channel

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Gael Monfils vs Jiri Lehecka ticket information

Gael Monfils vs Jiri Lehecka Prediction

Gael Monfils served a whopping 15 aces in his first round victory, winning 78% of points on his first serve. Although he could improve the accuracy of said serve, the power generated by the Frenchman was clearly crucial in his success and is likely to be so again here against Jiri Lehecka. The latter is coming off the back of losing his first match at both Indian Wells and Dubai.

However, Lehecka did reach the fourth round at the Australian Open and also made it to the semi-finals in Qatar where he lost out to Great Britain’s Jack Draper. That run in Qatar included a memorable victory over multiple Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz, underlining the threat posed by Lehecka.

Expect a close encounter between these two players, who are both capable of taking this contest deep and are each very difficult to put away. Monfils is a wily old customer, who can sustain himself in long rallies and boasts strong endurance levels, so Lehecka will be heavily tested. In the end, backing this one to go the distance may prove a smart play.

Gael Monfils vs Jiri Lehecka Tip: Over 2.5 sets