2021 French Open First Round – Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev on and what time does it start? Monday 31st May, 2021 – not before 12:00 (UK)
Where is Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev taking place? Stade Roland Garros, Paris
What surface is Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev being played on? Clay (outdoor)
Where can I get tickets for Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev? Click here for the latest ticket information
What channel is Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev on? Both ITV and Eurosport will be showing live coverage of the French Open so it is worth checking their schedules
Where can I stream Alexander Bublik vs Daniil Medvedev? ITV Hub, Eurosport Player & Amazon Prime Video (in France only)
THE PREDICTION
World number two Daniil Medvedev did himself no favours in his last tournament as he bombed out of the first round of the Italian Open whilst declaring his contempt for the clay. The Russian is simply outstanding on a hard court but clearly has little patience for this surface and he also had a month off due to covid-19 to deal with earlier this year. Matches involving the 25-year-old at Roland-Garros look set to be as entertaining as they are unpredictable and so adding Alexander Bublik, the least predictable man on tour, makes for a blockbuster of a first round match here. Medvedev was the winner when the two first met five years ago but both players have evolved since then and this will be a fresh start in terms if head-to-head records. 23-year-old Bublik also has the better form on clay this season having made the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open and the world number 37 loves to play to a crowd in these big occasions. Medvedev should still win this match, on paper, but take Bublik to win at least a set here in what should be an enthralling spectacle.
