Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud – Third Round – Preview & Prediction | 2023 French Open
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THE FACTS
When is Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud on and what time does it start? Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud will take place on Saturday 3rd June, 2023 – not before 10:00 (UK)
Where is Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud taking place? Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud will take place at Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France
What surface is Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud being played on? Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud
What channel is Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud on in the UK? Eurosport have the rights to the French Open in the UK
Where can I stream Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud in the UK? discovery+ subscribers can stream Zhizhen Zhang vs Casper Ruud live while the match can be streamed on Eurosport Player and Amazon Prime Video if it is televised
THE PREDICTION
World number four Casper Ruud conceded his first set of the tournament to Giulio Zeppieri on Thursday as he continues to struggle to find his best form on his favoured clay. The 24-year-old finished runner-up to Rafael Nadal here last summer after excellent results over Holger Rune and an in-form Marin Cilic but despite winning the Estoril Open in April the Norwegian has as many shock defeats as top results this season. 26-year-old Zhizhen Zhang will surpass Yibing Wu as China’s record top-ranked male player after reaching the third round of Roland-Garros without dropping a set. Zhang could set a new career-high ATP world ranking of around 54th even if he loses this first meeting with Ruud but a recent career-best run to the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open saw huge wins over Cam Norrie and Taylor Fritz that suggest he can be very competitive here. Back both players to earn at least a set or consider a one-off on this match to see a decider. Otherwise, back Zhang to earn at least a set to leave the victor up to chance.
