Facundo Diaz Acosta and Zizou Bergs will square off in the first round of the 2024 European Open, which will be Diaz Acosta’s first match on indoor hard courts.
Facundo Diaz Acosta:
- Currently ranked 67th in the ATP, having dropped eight places recently.
- Struggling for form, with only one win in his last six matches.
- Achieved a maiden Tour title at the Argentina Open earlier this season, showcasing his potential.
- Inconsistent overall performance this season.
Zizou Bergs:
- Ranked 70th in the ATP, marking a new career high.
- Mainly successful on the Challenger circuit, winning two titles.
- Experience on indoor hard courts with over 80 wins; he feels confident playing on home soil.
- Advanced to the third round at the French and Salem Opens in the ATP Tour.
Considering Bergs’ familiarity with indoor hard courts and recent success compared to Diaz Acosta’s inexperience and current struggles, we predict that Zizou Bergs will win this match. The winner will face Sebastian Baez in the next round for a chance to reach the quarter-finals.