Fabian Marozsan vs Gael Monfils Preview & Prediction | 2026 Auckland Open (ASB Classic) | First Round

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Defending champion Gael Monfils begins his campaign in Auckland against Fabian Marozsan.

Ranking points: ATP 250

Start date/time:

Venue: ASB Tennis Center, Auckland, New Zealand

Surface: Outdoor hard

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

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

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Fabian Marozsan vs Gael Monfils prediction

Fabian Marozsan competed in the Hong Kong Open last week, but he fell to a first-round defeat to Yibing Wu. The Hungarian struggled throughout, losing 6-4 6-2. He will hope to get some wins under his belt in Auckland before the start of the Australian Open next week.

His opponent is Gael Monfils. The French veteran announced last October that 2026 would be his last season on tour. The 39-year-old won this event last season with the drop of just one set, beating Zizou Bergs in the final. Monfils experienced a downturn in form as the campaign wore on and is now ranked 110 in the world.

The Frenchman will take confidence from his positive head-to-head against Marozsan. The Hungarian won their first meeting at this very event two years ago, but Monfils defeated Marozsan at Miami and Monte-Carlo last season. Monfils should be refreshed and ready for the first match of his final season, with one of the sport’s finest entertainers determined to get off to a good start.

Fabian Marozsan vs Gael Monfils tip: Gael Monfils to win