Pierre-Hugues Herbert vs Sebastian Baez Preview & Prediction | 2026 Lyon Open (Grand Prix Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes) | First Round

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Pierre-Hugues Herbert goes up against Sebastian Baez in the first-round of the Lyon Open. 

Ranking points: ATP 250

Start date/time: 20 October 2026 at 10:00 am

Venue: LDLC Arena, Lyon, France

Surface: Indoor 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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Pierre-Hugues Herbert vs Sebastian Baez prediction

Pierre-Hugues Herbert qualified for the Lyon Open after coming from a set down to beat Jurij Rodionov and Maxim Mrva. The 35-year-old is still searching for a tour-level victory in 2026, though he did advance to the final of a Challenger event in St Brieuc. Herbert is a Career Grand Slam champion in doubles, but he did reach the top 40 of the world rankings in singles seven years ago.

His first-round opponent is Sebastian Baez. The Argentine came from a set down to win his opening match at the Shanghai Masters, before losing to Valentin Vacherot. Baez’s best form occurred at the beginning of the season, with a final in Auckland and two semi-finals during the Golden Swing. His last tour-level quarter-final was in Kitzbuhel three months ago.

Despite the ranking disparity between the pair, Baez historically struggles indoors, with just three wins from 25 matches in his career. Herbert has momentum on his side after those wins, and he has enough in his game to win.

Pierre-Hugues Herbert vs Sebastian Baez tip: Pierre-Hugues Herbert to win