Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | First Round
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? ATP 1000
When is Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell on and what time does it start? Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell will take place on Thursday 9th May, 2024 – not before 15:20 (UK)
Where is Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell taking place? Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy
What surface is Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell being played on? Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell
What channel is Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell on in the UK? Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Roberto Carballes Baena vs Christopher O’Connell live on Sky Go, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
World number 62 Roberto Carballes Baena is at his best this time of year on his favoured clay but he will be disappointed to have lost to Alexander Bublik from a set up last time out in Madrid. The 31-year-old almost defended his Marrakech Open title, falling foul of a briefly resurgent Matteo Berrettini in the final early last month, but he impressed in Barcelona to suggest he will be a tough draw for most players in typical clay conditions here in Rome. World number 66 Christopher O’Connell is a solid threat on all surfaces but he has struggled with the transition from hardcourt to clay so far this year, fabulously reaching the round of 16 at the Miami Open in March but losing each of his last three since to bring a four-match losing streak into Rome. RCB should have too much experience in these conditions to lose but three sets are not out of the question. Take the Spaniard to win outright.
TIP: ROBERTO CARBALLES BAENA TO WIN
