The ATP French Open third round on May 29 features several high-level clashes as the draw begins to tighten in Paris. Alexander Zverev returns to action against home favourite Quentin Halys, who has impressed with his serving throughout the tournament. Andrey Rublev faces a dangerous test against the improving Nuno Borges. Alex de Minaur looks to maintain his perfect head-to-head record against Jakub Mensik after the Czech’s exhausting five-set battle in round two.
Borges Challenges Rublev
Andrey Rublev faces Nuno Borges. Borges has won three of his last five matches. This week at the French Open, Borges defeated Etcheverry and Kecmanovic in the opening rounds. Last season in Paris, the Portuguese lost to Popyrin in the third round in straight sets.
Andrey Rublev has won four of his last five matches. He was the quarterfinalist here twice. Last season, the Russian lost to Sinner in the fourth round. This week, Rublev defeated Buse and Ugo Carabelli, both in four sets, in the opening rounds.
According to the bookies, Borges is the underdog in this matchup, but we disagree. He played his best tennis against solid clay-court players. Around a month ago, Borges pushed Rublev in Monte Carlo, eventually losing in three sets. We expect him to keep this match close.
Borges covering the games handicap is a value bet.
De Minaur Battles Mensik
Alex de Minaur faces Jakub Mensik. Alex de Minaur has won three of his last five matches. This week at the French Open, de Minaur defeated Samuel in the opening round. Blockx withdrew from the second round match against him. Last season in Paris, the Australian lost to Bublik in the second round.
Jakub Mensik has won three of his last five matches. This week at the French Open, the Czech demolished Droguet in the opening match in straight sets. In the second round, Mensik outlasted Navone in five tight sets after playing for almost five hours.
According to the bookies, de Minaur is the favourite in this matchup, and we agree. Mensik had cramps late in the fifth set against Navone. The Australian leads 5-0 in head-to-head meetings and is a better clay-court player.
De Minaur covering the games handicap is a value bet.
Zverev Takes on Halys
Alexander Zverev faces Quentin Halys. Quentin Halys has won four of his last five matches. This week in Paris, the Frenchman defeated Bellucci and Humbert in the opening rounds in straight sets.
Alexander Zverev has won three of his last five matches. This week in Paris, Zverev defeated Bonzi and Machac in straight sets in the opening rounds. He was the finalist here in 2024. Last season, the German lost to Djokovic in the quarterfinals in four sets.
According to the bookies, Zverev is the clear favourite in this matchup, but we partially disagree. Halys served well this week and had a crowd on his side.
The ATP French Open third round on May 29 features several high-level clashes as the draw begins to tighten in Paris.