2021 French Open First Round – Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi on and what time does it start? Sunday 30th May, 2021 – not before 12:30 (UK)
Where is Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi taking place? Stade Roland Garros, Paris
What surface is Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi being played on? Clay (outdoor)
Where can I get tickets for Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi? Click here for the latest ticket information
What channel is Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi 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 Kei Nishikori vs Alessandro Giannessi? ITV Hub, Eurosport Player & Amazon Prime Video (in France only)
THE PREDICTION
Whilst Kei Nishikori’s target of returning to the top 10 after a long injury lay-off last year might be a step too far the Japanese star has been performing well in recent months. He faces Alessandro Giannessi for the first time in one of the more one-sided looking first round ties and should get off to a strong start at Roland-Garros as he attempts to emulate his best showing here with three quarter-final exits. 30-year-old Giannessi has fought well through the qualifiers to reach the main draw at Roland-Garros for the first time but Nishikori should be too much for the Italian to handle from the off. Take Nishikori to win in straight sets.
