Sebastian Baez vs Grigor Dimitrov Preview & Prediction | 2026 Cincinnati Open | First Round

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It is a tough test in the first round of the Cincinnati Open for the world number 48, Sebastian Baez, as he comes up against Grigor Dmitrov, who has enjoyed a positive summer.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time: 14 August 2026 at 5:10 pm

Venue: Lindner Family Tennis Center, Mason, USA

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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Sebastian Baez vs Grigor Dimitrov prediction

Sebastian Baez reached the second round of the Montreal Open earlier this month after defeating Mattia Bellucci but losing to Zizou Bergs. Baez did manage to reach the third round at both Bastad and Kitzbuhel in July.

Following a tough time of it due to injury, Grigor Dmitrov is rebuilding his form and reputation, having reached the round of 16 at Wimbledon. The Bulgarian most recently, however, succumbed to a 2-0 loss to Nuno Borges in the second round at Bastad.

Dmitrov, at his best, is one of the best players in the world but injury and age has contributed to his natural decline at the age of 35 and Baez will be confident of progressing in a potentially hard-fought contest here.

Sebastian Baez vs Grigor Dimitrov tip: Sebastian Baez to win 2-1