Daniel Merida vs Andrey Rublev Preview & Prediction | 2026 US Open | Second Round

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The impressive Daniel Merida moved into the second round of the US Open with ease, while 23rd seed Andrey Rublev survived a huge scare against a qualifier.

Start date/time: 2 September 2026 at 4:00 pm

Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York, USA

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – ESPN

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – ESPN+

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Daniel Merida vs Andrey Rublev prediction

Up-and-coming Spaniard Daniel Merida made light work of Marton Fucsovics on his US Open debut, defeating the 34-year-old in straight sets to continue his superb breakthrough year on the ATP circuit.

The 31-year-old offered up just four break points throughout that first-round contest and was in complete control for the majority of the match.

Andrey Rublev had to dig incredibly deep to see off Otto Virtanen in the first round, with the 23rd seed losing the first two sets before winning the decider on a first-to-ten tie-break.

The Russian's form on the hard courts in the run-up to the US Open was underwhelming to say the least, so it wasn't exactly surprising to see him struggle against the qualifier.

An upset, when it comes to the rankings at least, could be on the cards here as rising star Merida is playing with far more confidence right now. Consider backing the Spaniard.

Daniel Merida vs Andrey Rublev tip: Daniel Merida to win