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The fourth day of the exciting ATP 250 event in Montpellier continues with home favorite and veteran Richard Gasquet continuing his quest to extend his win record here. Three other matches are also on the cards. Who will progress?

ATP Montpellier Day 4 Predictions

Arthur Rinderknech vs Nikoloz Basilashvili

Head–to–Head: Rinderknech 0 vs 3 Basilashvili

On paper, this should be a win for the French man. However, recent performances suggest that there might be a shift in momentum.

While Basilashvili has faced challenges, including injuries and a significant drop in rankings, he returned to the Challenger circuit in late 2023. He won a title in Seoul in November 2024, climbing back to world #178 by January 2025. Their head-to-head record stands at 3-0 in favour of Basilashvili, and considering his recent form, it won’t be surprising to see him extend it further.
Prediction: Basilashvili in 3

Mattia Bellucci vs Aleksandar Kovacevic

Head–to–Head: First Meeting

Both players have demonstrated their potential on the ATP Tour, with Bellucci showcasing resilience and Kovacevic displaying the ability to challenge higher-ranked opponents. Bellucci’s brilliant left-handed play and recent top-100 debut indicate his upward trajectory, while Kovacevic’s experience and notable victories highlight his capability to perform under pressure.

Considering their recent performances and close rankings, this match is anticipated to be closely contested, with the Americans finding a way to win.
Prediction: Kovacevic in 3

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Flavio Cobolli vs Jesper De Jong

Head–to–Head: Cobolli 1 vs 1 De Jong

Both previous encounters were on clay courts, whereas the ATP Marseille is played on indoor hard courts and will undoubtedly influence the dynamics of this match.

Considering their head-to-head and recent form, this match could swing either way. However, De Jong’s recent victory over Cobolli and impressive first-set performance against Quentin Halys might give him a psychological edge. However, transitioning to an indoor hard court introduces variables that could favor either player.

Given these factors and the Italian’s recent injury setback, I’ll lean towards the Dutch player, who already has a game under his belt.
Prediction: De Jong in 3

Richard Gasquet vs Tallon Griekspoor

Head–to–Head: First Meeting

Tallon Griekspoor rightly starts as the favourite in this one. However, he is up against the French veteran Gasquet, who has won this event a record four times. While Gasquet’s experience and pedigree in Montpellier cannot be discarded, it remains to be seen if he can cope with his younger opponent’s agility and explosiveness.
Prediction: Griekspoor in 2

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