The ATP Cincinnati Masters 1000 tournament in 2025 is all set for an exciting close. We are moving towards the quarterfinal matches, and as ever, we preview and predict all matches scheduled for you. No. 1 Jannik Sinner squares off against crafty veteran Adrian Mannarino. But who will advance?
ATP Cincinnati Day 7 Predictions
Felix-Auger Aliassime vs Benamin Bonzi
Head-to-Head: First Meeting
Benjamin Bonzi has had a tough week, grinding through three three-set matches and beating some solid opponents along the way. His resilience is impressive, but the extra court time could take a toll as the week progresses. Felix Auger-Aliassime arrives fresher and is likely to be more aggressive in the tight moments, using his power and precision to take control when it matters most. Expect a close battle that tilts in Auger-Aliassime’s favor in three sets.
Prediction: Auger-Aliassime in 3
Holger Rune vs Frances Tiafoe
Head-to-Head: Rune 0-1 Tiafoe
Their only previous meeting came last year in Cincinnati, where Frances Tiafoe’s more solid serve and aggressive play helped him edge out Holger Rune. Despite Rune’s strong defensive skills, the fast and windy conditions here are likely to favor Tiafoe’s powerful game. Expect a tight encounter with Tiafoe, using the pace and conditions to his advantage to come through in three sets.
Prediction: Tiafoe in 3
Terence Atmane vs Taylor Fritz
Head-to-Head: Atmane 0-1 Fritz
Terence Atmane has done well to battle through qualifying and reach this stage, showing resilience and fight. However, Taylor Fritz is looking in strong form and should dominate from the baseline with his powerful groundstrokes and consistent rhythm. Expect Fritz to take control early and close out the match in straight sets.
Prediction: Fritz in 2
Jannik Sinner vs Adrian Mannarino
Head-to-Head: Sinner 3-0 Mannarino
Jannik Sinner has shown impressive form this year, combining power and precision from the baseline. Adrian Mannarino, still competitive at 37, relies on his experience and crafty shot-making. However, Sinner’s youthful energy and aggressive style should be too much for Mannarino to handle; expect the Italian to control the match and close it out in straight sets with his serve on an upward trajectory.
Prediction: Sinner in 2
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