ATP Miami Day 1 Predictions Including Hubert Hurkacz vs Ethan Quinn Fifteen first-round matches are set to take place on the opening day of the ATP Miami Open, featuring a mix of past and present stars. Among the highlighted matchups is the encounter between 2021 champion Hubert Hurkacz and home favorite Ethan Quinn. This article provides detailed predictions for each of the day’s matches, focusing on the likelihood of players advancing to the second round. The first match of the day pits Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard against Camilo Ugo Carabelli. This is their first meeting, with Carabelli having reached the third round here last year as a lucky loser and pushing Novak Djokovic to a tiebreak. However, Carabelli has struggled to find consistency on this surface, while Perricard’s elite serve should give him an edge. Despite Perricard’s recent struggles in 2025, the conditions at Miami are expected to favor his strengths. Carabelli may manage a set but is unlikely to overcome Perricard’s serve and composure. Prediction: Perricard to advance to the second round. Zizou Bergs faces Jenson Brooksby, a matchup where Bergs has lost all three previous encounters. Bergs began the season strongly in the United Cup but has since lost momentum, making this a critical match for his confidence. Brooksby, known for his unorthodox style, poses a significant challenge, especially when facing an out-of-form opponent. Brooksby’s ability to adapt and his physicality should give him the upper hand. Prediction: Brooksby to progress to the second round. Reilly Opelka’s match against Nuno Borges is another intriguing contest. Opelka, who previously defeated Ben Shelton in Indian Wells, brings a powerful serve and a strong record on hard courts.#giovanni_mpetshi_perricard #ethan_quinn #hubert_hurkacz #atp_miami_open #camilo_ugo_carabelli
Novak Djokovic's 2026 start: 'I've proven to myself & others, why not keep going?' Novak Djokovic is set to begin his 2026 tennis season at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, where he will face either Kamil Majchrzak or Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in his opening match. The Serbian star, who last reached a major final at Wimbledon 2024, returned to form with a strong performance at the Australian Open, advancing to the final where he faced World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz. Despite losing to Alcaraz in the championship match, Djokovic expressed confidence in his ability to compete at the highest level. Djokovic, 38, reflected on his Australian Open run during a pre-tournament press conference, calling it an "amazing start of the year." He highlighted his victory over Jannik Sinner in a five-set thriller as a key moment, emphasizing that beating Sinner after previous losses to him or Alcaraz at the Slams reaffirmed his competitiveness. "I have proven to myself primarily, and to others, that I can still compete at the highest level and beat these guys," he said. "My logic is why not keep going as long as I have that fire and flair and quality and also motivation to do that." The five-time Indian Wells champion is aiming to break Roger Federer's record for most titles at the event, which he currently shares. With a 51-11 tournament record, Djokovic praised the event's atmosphere, noting the "great weather, facilities, location, and proximity to L.A." as factors that make it a "Tennis Paradise." Seeded third for the tournament, Djokovic is excited about the challenge, stating, "I really enjoy the thrill of competition. I enjoy still getting out there in front of the fans and really being competitive.#novak_djokovic #indian_wells #kamil_majchrzak #bnpparibas_open #giovanni_mpetshi_perricard
