Jiri Lehecka vs Nuno Borges Preview & Prediction | 2026 Shanghai Masters | Second Round

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Jiri Lehecka takes on Nuno Borges in Shanghai.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time: 9 October 2026 at 4:00 am

Venue: Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena, Shanghai, China

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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Jiri Lehecka vs Nuno Borges prediction

Jiri Lehecka enjoyed a strong run in Tokyo last time out, reaching the final of the event. However, despite going an early break up against seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz, he would go on to lose in straight sets. That was his second runner up appearance of the season, as he also got through to the final of the Miami Open where he lost to Jannik Sinner. That was his best ever result at a Masters 1000 tournament.

He received a bye in round one and now faces Nuno Borges. The Portuguese defeated Facundo Diaz Acosta in straight sets to set up a meeting with Lehecka. Borges saved all five break point opportunities that he conceded overall, winning 7-6 (5) 6-2.

Lehecka leads the head-to-head 1-0 after a victory at the Davis Cup three years ago. He will look to carry on the momentum with a deep run at another Masters event.

Jiri Lehecka vs Nuno Borges tip: Jiri Lehecka to win 2-0