James Duckworth vs Christopher O’Connell Preview & Prediction | 2026 Canadian Open (National Bank Open presented by Rogers) | First Round
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James Duckworth faces Christopher O’Connell in the first round of the 2026 Canadian Open at the IGA Stadium, Montreal.
Ranking points: ATP 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: IGA Stadium, Montreal, Canada
Surface: Outdoor hard
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James Duckworth vs Christopher O’Connell prediction
James Duckworth and Chris O’Connell will meet on the ATP tour for a second time in an all-Aussie battle in Montreal.
The world number 83, Duckworth won their previous meeting in four sets at the US Open back in 2022 and also prevailed in a lower tier event on hardcourts way, way back in 2015.
Qualifier O’Connell sits 43 places below his compatriot but arrives in better form across all levels having won a Challenge on grass recently.
Main draws wins have been at a premium for both this year, but given how well they know each other and the bragging rights involved, it’s likely to be a ding-dong battle.
History suggests Duckworth has the edge on hardcourts, but there should be plenty of games with a high chance of a deciding set.
James Duckworth vs Christopher O’Connell tip: Over 21.5 games
