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Valentin Royer vs Tommy Paul Preview & Prediction | 2026 Canadian Open (National Bank Open presented by Rogers) | Second Round

by Paul Hassall ·
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Valentin Royer vs Tommy Paul Preview & Prediction | 2026 Canadian Open (National Bank Open presented by Rogers) | Second Round

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Valentin Royer faces Tommy Paul in the second round of the 2026 Canadian Open at the IGA Stadium, Montreal.

Ranking points: ATP 1000

Start date/time:

Venue: IGA Stadium, Montreal, Canada

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Valentin Royer vs Tommy Paul ticket information

Valentin Royer vs Tommy Paul prediction

Valentin Royer fought back to take down Pablo Careno Busta and earn a shot at 17th seed Tommy Paul.

The Frenchman looked down and out after a humbling opening stanza but nicked a tight second set before romping through to claim a 6-1 5-7 6-2 victory.

The world number 78 will now face the American for the first time with Paul very much a force in 2026 having already reached four tour-level finals.

Royer can be an awkward customer but Paul has too much variety and equal firepower in this match-up. 

Valentin Royer vs Tommy Paul tip: Tommy Paul to win 2-0

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