2021 French Open First Round – Gianluca Mager vs John Millman Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Gianluca Mager vs John Millman on and what time does it start? Monday 31st May, 2021 – not before 10:00 (UK)
Where is Gianluca Mager vs John Millman taking place? Stade Roland Garros, Paris
What surface is Gianluca Mager vs John Millman being played on? Clay (outdoor)
Where can I get tickets for Gianluca Mager vs John Millman? Click here for the latest ticket information
What channel is Gianluca Mager vs John Millman on? Both ITV and Eurosport will be showing live coverage of the French Open so it is worth checking their schedules
Where can I stream Gianluca Mager vs John Millman? ITV Hub, Eurosport Player & Amazon Prime Video (in France only)
THE PREDICTION
This looks like a long first encounter between baseline battler John Millman and Gianluca Mager that could be a candidate for five sets. 31-year-old Millman has put in some stellar performances this clay season and has yet to lose a first round match on the dirt this year, with a quarter-final at the Munich Open his best showing to date. The Aussie will be a constant thorn in the side of Gianluca Mager but the Italian is well capable of winning this match as a clay-court specialist and he beat Alex de Minaur two weeks ago in Rome to show for it. 26-year-old Mager can blow hot and cold but he is better than his current ranking of world number 85 on clay. If there is an option to take this match to see over three sets, choose that, and as a one-off punt this could be a fun pick for five sets. Otherwise, take the more consistent Millman to win this outright.
