Frances Tiafoe vs Arthur Rinderknech Preview & Prediction | 2026 Canadian Open (National Bank Open presented by Rogers) | Third Round

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USA’s Frances Tiafoe came from behind to defeat veteran Marin Cilic, as did 23rd seed Arthur Rinderknech vs Miomir Kecmanovic, setting up this encounter between the pair.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time: 7 August 2026 at 1:10 am

Venue: IGA Stadium, Montreal, Canada

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

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Frances Tiafoe vs Arthur Rinderknech ticket information

Frances Tiafoe vs Arthur Rinderknech prediction

Arthur Rinderknech’s serve has pros and cons, which were evident in the last round. Whilst the Frenchman racked up 21 aces, he also recorded nine double faults, far too many in a three-set match and played a part in him needing a third set to get through. For Frances Tiafoe, he utilised his durability and fitness against the now 37-year-old Marin Clilic and secured a 5-7, 6-2, 6-2.

Tiafoe grew into that match as it went on and it would be no surprise if he did the same here. Four converted break points from seven suggests a clinical edge, whilst an 84% average of points won on the first serve is always a positive sign. Combining that with Rinderknech’s rust and serving doubts leads us to back the USA man getting the better Rinderknech. 

Frances Tiafoe vs Arthur Rinderknech tip: Frances Tiafoe to win