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April 5 2024, 12:30 · Adam Evans

Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov Preview & Prediction | 2024 Grand Prix Hassan II | Quarter-Final

Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov Preview & Prediction | 2024 Grand Prix Hassan II | Quarter-Final

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THE FACTS

What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? ATP 250

When is Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov on and what time does it start? Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov will take place on Friday 5th April, 2024 – not before 13:20 (UK)

Where is Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov taking place? Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov will take place at the Royal Tennis Club de Marrakech in Marrakech, Morocco

What surface is Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov being played on? Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov will take place on an outdoor clay court

Where can I get tickets for Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov

What channel is Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov on in the UK? Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK

Where can I stream Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Fabio Fognini vs Pavel Kotov live on Sky Go, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live

THE PREDICTION

Former world number nine Fabio Fognini upset top seed Laslo Djere in three sets on Wednesday to look a sudden threat to the Marrakech Open title. The 36-year-old spends most of his energy in doubles these days but he has edged through four three-set matches this week to roll back the years somewhat, with his career-best run to the Monte-Carlo Masters title in 2019 coming this time five years ago. World number 68 Pavel Kotov is yet to drop a set this week in Marrakech and that could prove the difference in this first encounter as Fognini has spent more than twice as long on court so far. 25-year-old Kotov finished runner-up to Gael Monfils at the Stockholm Indoors late last season but he also impressed with a run to the semi-finals here 12 months ago. Given the better rest in his legs, back Kotov to earn at least a set to leave the victor up to chance.

TIP: PAVEL KOTOV TO WIN A SET