The ATP Eastbourne opening round on June 23 features several players looking to carry their recent grass-court form into the final Wimbledon tune-up event. Daniel Altmaier arrives after an impressive run in Halle. He faces Aleksandar Kovacevic in a balanced matchup, while home favourite Arthur Fery looks to build on his Queen’s Club quarterfinal appearance against Roman Andres Burruchaga. Ugo Humbert also returns to action after a strong week in London, aiming to continue his momentum against Mattia Bellucci on one of his preferred surfaces.
ATP Eastbourne 1/16-Finals
Altmaier – Kovacevic: 23.06.2026 15:00 CEST
H2H: 2-2
Daniel Altmaier has won three of his last five matches. Last week in Halle, Altmaier lost to Tiafoe in straight sets in the semifinals. Around this time last season, the German played in Mallorca, where he lost to Moutet in the second round.
Aleksandar Kovacevic has lost four of his last five matches. Last week in London, Kovacevic lost to Cerundolo in the opening round. Around this time last season, the American played in Mallorca, where he lost to Tomic in the final qualifying round.
Best Bet to Make
According to the bookies, this will be a 50-50 matchup, but we disagree. Altmaier played well in Halle under similar conditions. We expect him to dominate on his backhand side.
That being said, Altmaier winning is a value bet.
Value bet/ the best odds: Daniel Altmaier winning @1.91 @bet365
Burruchaga – Fery: 23.06.2026 15:00 CEST
H2H: 0-1
Roman Andres Burruchaga has lost three of his last five matches. The last match he played was at the French Open, where he lost to Auger-Aliassime in the second round. Last season, the Argentine played only on grass at Wimbledon.
Arthur Fery has won three of his last five matches. Last week in London, Fery lost to Cerundolo in the quarterfinals in three sets. The Brit has been granted a wild card for Eastbourne this week.
Best Bet to Make
According to the bookies, Fery is the favourite in this matchup, and we agree. He is a way better grass-court player than Burruchaga. If he serves well, we expect him to win comfortably in straight sets.
That being said, Fery winning in straight sets is a value bet.
Value bet/ the best odds: Arthur Fery winning 2-0 @1.57 @bet365
Humbert – Bellucci: 23.06.2026 16:30 CEST
H2H: first meeting
Ugo Humbert has won three of his last five matches. Last week in London, Humbert lost to Paul in the semifinals in straight sets. Last season in Eastbourne, the Frenchman lost to Brooksby in the semifinals.
Mattia Bellucci has won three of his last five matches. Last week in Halle, Bellucci lost to Collignon in the 1/8-Finals in three sets. Last season in Eastbourne, Bellucci lost to Harris in the 1/8-Finals in straight sets.
Best Bet to Make
According to the bookies, Humbert is the slight favourite in this matchup, and we agree. He is a better grass-court player than Bellucci and enjoys playing in England. After having a solid week at the Queen’s Club, we expect him to be confident coming into this match.
That being said, Humbert winning is a value bet.
Value bet/ the best odds: Ugo Humbert winning @1.57 @bet365
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