Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the ATP Roland Garros match.
Despite his age and a modest record this season, Roberto Bautista Agut remains a formidable competitor in long rallies, especially when up against erratic opponents. Holger Rune often fluctuates between attacking brilliance and lapses in focus—his performances can swing from inspired to inconsistent within a single match. In the opening round, where nerves and the five-set format play a significant role, the experienced Spaniard stands a strong chance of making it competitive.
Roberto Bautista Agut
Roberto Bautista Agut seems to be regaining his rhythm, having reached the quarter-finals in Hamburg, where he was beaten only by Flavio Cobolli (6:7, 0:6). On clay this season, Roberto Bautista Agut has won six of his 12 matches, facing high-quality opponents such as Frances Tiafoe (No. 15), Brandon Nakashima (No. 29), and Matteo Arnaldi (No. 36). In Paris, he tends to raise his game, and even in defeat, he rarely goes down without a battle—across his last six losses at Roland Garros, he has always managed to claim at least one set.
Holger Rune
Holger Rune remains something of an enigma. He’s secured six wins from 10 matches on clay this year, but five of those came during one standout tournament. At other events, Holger Rune has often struggled—not necessarily because of the opposition, but due to lapses in his own game. He has hit 21 double faults in his last 10 matches, including eight in his most recent encounter against Corentin Moutet in Rome. Physical concerns have also been a recurring issue, with withdrawals and medical timeouts becoming increasingly common.
Roberto Bautista Agut vs Holger Rune Prediction
Roberto Bautista Agut is likely to test Holger Rune, and under the right circumstances, Roberto Bautista Agut could well take a set. It’s unlikely that Roberto Bautista Agut will lose by more than seven games.
