The opening round of the 2025 ATP Munich tournament features several intriguing matchups as the European clay season gets into full swing. It should be an entertaining day of tennis and as always we here at LWOT are offering our predictions for every match on the slate, including Alexander Zverev vs Alexandre Muller, but who will progress to the next round?
ATP Munich Day 1 Predictions
Miomir Kecmanovic vs Marcos Giron
Head-to-head: Kecmanovic 2-2 Giron
Miomir Kecmanovic and Marcos Giron are tied at two wins apiece in their head-to-head, but this will be their first meeting on clay. Kecmanovic has posted solid clay-court numbers recently and has more experience on the surface. While Giron has been steady in recent months, Kecmanovic’s comfort on clay should give him a slight edge at the ATP Munich Open.
Prediction: Kecmanovic in 3
Borna Gojo vs Ben Shelton
Head-to-head: first meeting
Ben Shelton and Borna Gojo are set for their first career meeting in the opening round of the 2025 ATP Munich tournament. Shelton, currently ranked No. 14, has had limited exposure on clay this season, with his sole match resulting in a first-round loss to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina at the Monte Carlo Masters. Gojo, on the other hand, has shown promising form on clay, recently defeating Alexander Shevchenko in straight sets during the Munich qualifiers. While Shelton has limited clay playing time this season, his overall firepower still gives him a slight edge. That said, Gojo has looked solid in qualifying and should be well positioned to challenge him on the slower surface.
Prediction: Shelton in 2
Billy Harris vs David Goffin
Head-to-head: Goffin 1-0 Harris
Billy Harris and David Goffin will meet for the second time in their careers in the opening round of the 2025 ATP Munich tournament. Goffin leads their head-to-head 1–0, having secured a three-set victory at the 2024 Australian Open. While Harris has shown resilience in qualifying matches, Goffin’s experience and consistency on clay courts make him the slight favorite in this encounter.
Prediction: Goffin in 3
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