Main-draw action for the Terra Wortmann Open in Halle kicks off on Monday, featuring some exciting matchups. Among the standout matches, Alexander Bublik is set to face Alexandre Muller in their first meeting. Bublik, who has gained momentum following his performance at Wimbledon, recently made headlines by winning the Turin Challenger and reaching the French Open quarterfinals, showcasing his ability to thrive on clay. Transitioning back to grass—a surface he favors—Bublik returns to Halle as the defending champion, adding to his confidence. He previously defeated high-ranking players such as Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev at this tournament in 2023.
Muller enters the match ranked just outside his career-high at No. 40, with a respectable season record of 17-13. However, his recent performances have dipped since securing a title in Hong Kong and finishing as a runner-up in Rio de Janeiro earlier in the year. The matchup on grass could favor Bublik, who is known for his prowess on this surface.
Additionally, the contest between Miomir Kecmanovic and Fabian Marozsan marks another intriguing match, as they also meet for the first time. Kecmanovic, ranked No. 46, has more experience on grass, winning four matches on the surface last summer alone, compared to Marozsan’s limited history of only three wins in nine grass matches. Kecmanovic’s tactical play on grass likely gives him the upper hand in this encounter.
These matches present an exciting start to the tournament, and as players like Bublik and Kecmanovic showcase their talents, fans can look forward to highly competitive tennis in Halle.