World number 46 Roberto Bautista Agut will begin his campaign in Metz against qualifier Benjamin Bonzi. The two players will face off in the first round, with the winner set to play second seed Casper Ruud for a spot in the quarter-finals. Below is our prediction for this match.
Roberto Bautista Agut arrives in Metz after a second-round defeat in Basel. The Spaniard had an impressive indoor campaign in Belgium, winning six of seven matches and claiming the title in Antwerp. He has a record of 37-27 and starts this week ranked 46th.
Benjamin Bonzi has yet to win a main draw match at tour level this year, having lost six such matches. However, he has been in fantastic form lately and will be confident of ending that streak. The Frenchman has won nine of his last 10 matches and comes to Metz after making three straight challenger finals, winning two of them.
Now up three places to 121st in the live ranking, Bonzi defeated compatriot Manuel Guinard to advance to the main draw. The 28-year-old has a record of 45-32.