In the ATP 250 Mallorca 1/16-finals, a series of intriguing matchups are set to unfold as players seek to improve their stakes on the grass courts. The first match features Pedro Martinez against Corentin Moutet, with the time still to be announced. Their head-to-head record shows Moutet leading 2-1.
Pedro Martinez has struggled recently, losing four of his last five matches, including a first-round exit in Halle against Etcheverry. This season, he has only played one match on grass and has not won on this surface since 2022. In contrast, Corentin Moutet has demonstrated better form, winning three of his last five matches, although he also lost in the 1/8-finals in London last week. Moutet’s previous appearance in Mallorca in 2023 saw him reach the quarter-finals.
The betting odds favor Moutet, reflecting his strong grass-court performance compared to Martinez’s struggles. Analysts suggest a value bet on Moutet to cover a games handicap, indicating a likely dominant display.
Another matchup features Alexandre Muller against Roman Safiullin, also with the start time to be confirmed. Muller has only managed to win two of his last five matches and has struggled on grass. Safiullin, on the other hand, has faced an even tougher stretch, with six consecutive losses, although he is still regarded as the stronger grass player.
Despite recent performances, the odds lean slightly in favor of Safiullin. It is anticipated he could secure a comfortable win against Muller, thus making a bet on Safiullin worthwhile.
The final match will showcase Learner Tien against Justin Engel, marking their first meeting. Tien has had a challenging run, winning only one of his last five matches, while Engel has shown promise by winning three of his last five. Engel’s recent performances, including his wild card entry into the Mallorca event, suggest he could pull off a win over Tien.
With several promising players in action and opportunities for upsets, fans can expect an exciting series of matches in Mallorca. The hopeful outlook for players like Engel indicates the potential for fresh talent to shine on the ATP tour.