2021 French Open First Round – Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely on and what time does it start? Sunday 30th May, 2021 – not before 12:00 (UK)
Where is Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely taking place? Stade Roland Garros, Paris
What surface is Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely being played on? Clay (outdoor)
Where can I get tickets for Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely? Click here for the latest ticket information
What channel is Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely 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 Karen Khachanov vs Jiri Vesely? ITV Hub, Eurosport Player & Amazon Prime Video (in France only)
THE PREDICTION
Roland-Garros’ 23rd seed Karen Khachanov will be a dangerous opponent to anyone at this Grand Slam in a city where he achieved his best success yet by winning the 2018 Paris Masters. The 25-year-old is better than his current ranking of 25th in the world but has struggled for consistency and it seems confidence for the best part of a year now. Over that span, though, he faced Jiri Vesely for the first time here at Roland-Garros in the second round last October and won in four sets and that looks a solid benchmark for this pick. 27-year-old Vesely has struggled to make a dent on tour this season but over five sets against an opponent he knows suffers lapses in concentration the Czech should be able to get at least a set on the board. Therefore, Khachanov to win this match outright is the safe, uninspired call.
