Jiri Lehecka vs Valentin Vacherot Preview & Prediction | 2026 Japan Open | Semi-Final

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Jiri Lehecka meets Valentin Vacherot in the semi finals at the 2026 Japan Open at the Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo, Japan

Ranking points: ATP 500

Start date/time: 5 October 2026 at 3:00 am

Venue: Ariake Coliseum, Tokyo, Japan

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 Valentin Vacherot prediction

Jiri Lehecka produced a statement display to vanquish Adolfo Daniel Vallejo and reach the semi-finals in Tokyo.

The Czech rampaged to a 6-1 6-1 victory over the Paraguayan qualifier to tee up a showdown with Valentin Vacherot after the eighth seed edged to a 7-5 4-6 6-4 triumph against Arthur Fils.

This will be their second meeting after the Monegasque claimed a routine 6-1 6-3 victory at the Paris Masters last year. 

This is sure to be a big-serving affair with Lehecka set for a far tougher examination than in the previous round, particularly on the return.

It’s another showdown where you’d expect plenty of games and a possible third set, with Lehecka perhaps looking the more determined and free-flowing this week.

Jiri Lehecka vs Valentin Vacherot tip: Over 2.5 sets