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February 25 2023, 10:50 · Adam Evans

Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils – Semi-Final – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Open 13

Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils – Semi-Final – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Open 13

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THE FACTS

When is Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils on and what time does it start? Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils will take place on Saturday 25th February, 2023 – not before 15:00 (UK)

Where is Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils taking place? Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils will take place at the Palais des Sports de Marseille in Marseille, France

What surface is Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils being played on? Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils will take place on an indoor hard court

Where can I get tickets for Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils

What channel is Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils on in the UK? Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils will not be televised live in the UK

Where can I stream Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils in the UK? Tennis TV subscribers can stream Benjamin Bonzi vs Arthur Fils live

THE PREDICTION

18-year-old Arthur Fils passed a significant test on Friday by beating former world number three Stan Wawrinka in straight sets and he will set a new career-high ATP world ranking of around 104th even if he loses today. The teenager will be backing himself for a first tour final, though, in only his second event on the ATP tour but his dream run was halted at this stage in Montpellier two weeks ago by eventual champion Jannik Sinner. World number 60 Benjamin Bonzi will have to rise above the noise today as he goes from a home hopeful to mild villain of the piece against France’s new favoured son and that could be the defining factor here as the 26-year-old would have to be made of stone not to be upset by a home crowd not pulling for him. Bonzi grabbed one of the best wins of his career over Alex de Minaur on Friday and a comeback victory over Maxime Cressy was just as impressive on Wednesday. The elder Frenchman is at home on indoors hardcourts but this first meeting with Fils will be all about managing mentalities. Back Fils to earn at least a set on the crest of this wave and leave the victor up to chance.