{"id":105963,"date":"2026-05-31T15:42:03","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T19:42:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/tennis\/?p=105963"},"modified":"2026-05-31T15:42:54","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T19:42:54","slug":"french-open-day-9-predictions-tiafoe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/tennis\/2026\/05\/31\/french-open-day-9-predictions-tiafoe\/","title":{"rendered":"French Open Day 9 Predictions Including Frances Tiafoe vs Matteo Arnaldi"},"content":{"rendered":"

The second week of Roland Garros continues with several intriguing men\u2019s fourth-round battles as unexpected contenders chase French Open<\/a> quarterfinal spots alongside established names. Our writers break down the key matchups and make their predictions for Day 9.<\/p>\n

French Open Day 9 Predictions<\/h2>\n

Felix Auger-Aliassime vs Alejandro Tabilo<\/h3>\n

Jordan:<\/strong>
\nFelix Auger-Aliassime is least comfortable on clay compared to the other surfaces, but surprise results elsewhere in the draw have given him an opportunity to make a deep run in Paris. Alejandro Tabilo\u2019s clay-court game and defensive skills make him a dangerous opponent, and Jordan expects the Chilean to outlast the Canadian in a long battle.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Tabilo in 5<\/p>\n

Tope:<\/strong>
\nFelix Auger-Aliassime enters this match as the highest seed remaining in his section, while Alejandro Tabilo is enjoying the best Grand Slam run of his career. The Chilean\u2019s comfort on clay and fresher legs make him a compelling pick to seize the moment and reach a maiden major quarterfinal.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Tabilo in 4<\/p>\n

Ateet:<\/strong>
\nAlejandro Tabilo has impressed throughout the tournament, but Felix Auger-Aliassime\u2019s experience and shotmaking still make him a slight favorite. Ateet expects a close match that stretches the distance, with the Canadian finally breaking through at this stage.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Auger-Aliassime in 5<\/p>\n

Ilemona:<\/strong>
\nFelix Auger-Aliassime survived a demanding battle in the previous round and enters with more Grand Slam experience than Alejandro Tabilo. His serve and willingness to move forward could ultimately be the difference in another competitive encounter.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Auger-Aliassime in 4<\/p>\n

Frances Tiafoe vs Matteo Arnaldi<\/h3>\n

Jordan:<\/strong>
\nFrances Tiafoe\u2019s comeback<\/a> from two sets down against Jaime Faria felt significant, particularly given his struggles in deciding sets historically. Matteo Arnaldi is an accomplished clay-court player, but Jordan backs Tiafoe\u2019s superior shotmaking to carry him through.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Tiafoe in 4<\/p>\n

Tope:<\/strong>
\nBoth Frances Tiafoe and Matteo Arnaldi arrive battle-tested after grueling wins, setting up what feels like a true coin-flip matchup. Tope leans toward the Italian, trusting Arnaldi\u2019s grit and clay-court comfort to prove decisive.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Arnaldi in 5<\/p>\n

Ateet:<\/strong>
\nFrances Tiafoe produced an impressive comeback in the previous round, but Matteo Arnaldi\u2019s steady improvement and suitability to clay make him a dangerous obstacle. Ateet expects the Italian to capitalize on a major opportunity.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Arnaldi in 5<\/p>\n

Ilemona:<\/strong>
\nFrances Tiafoe\u2019s accumulated court time after consecutive long matches may become a serious issue here. Matteo Arnaldi\u2019s fresher legs and reliable clay-court pedigree could give him the edge.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Arnaldi in 4<\/p>\n

Matteo Berrettini vs Juan Manuel Cerundolo<\/h3>\n

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Jordan:<\/strong>
\nInjuries kept Matteo Berrettini away from Roland Garros for years, but his clay pedigree remains strong, with most of his titles coming on the surface. Juan Manuel Cerundolo enters full of momentum, though Jordan believes Berrettini\u2019s power will eventually overwhelm him.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Berrettini in 4<\/p>\n

Tope:<\/strong>
\nBoth Matteo Berrettini and Juan Manuel Cerundolo survived marathon encounters to reach this stage, but the physical toll may be greater on the Argentine. Berrettini\u2019s serve and forehand combination could prove too much if recovery favors the Italian.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Berrettini in 4<\/p>\n

Ateet:<\/strong>
\nThe deciding factor may simply be who has more left physically after exhausting previous rounds. Ateet believes Juan Manuel Cerundolo has enough left in the tank to pull off another surprise.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Cerundolo in 5<\/p>\n

Ilemona:<\/strong>
\nJuan Manuel Cerundolo\u2019s movement and topspin make him a natural clay-court threat, but Matteo Berrettini\u2019s heavier weapons should still be enough if he has recovered from his five-set marathon.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Berrettini in 5<\/p>\n

Flavio Cobolli vs Zachary Svajda<\/h3>\n

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Jordan:<\/strong>
\nZachary Svajda has already exceeded expectations in Paris, highlighted by an upset over Francisco Cerundolo. Although Flavio Cobolli\u2019s game resembles Cerundolo\u2019s stylistically, Jordan expects the Italian to execute at a higher level.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Cobolli in 4<\/p>\n

Tope:<\/strong>
\nZachary Svajda has stormed into the second week despite limited clay-court success previously, but Flavio Cobolli has quietly looked among the sharpest players in the draw. The Italian\u2019s cleaner game and clay-court experience should shine through.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Cobolli in 3<\/p>\n

Ateet:<\/strong>
\nFlavio Cobolli has separated himself from the field by not dropping a set and appears to be finding elite rhythm in Paris. Zachary Svajda\u2019s breakthrough run has been impressive, but Ateet expects the Italian to maintain control.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Cobolli in 4<\/p>\n

Ilemona:<\/strong>
\nFlavio Cobolli enters fresher and in excellent form after an efficient path through the draw, while Zachary Svajda endured a draining previous round. The freshness gap should matter significantly.<\/p>\n

Prediction:<\/strong> Cobolli in 4<\/p>\n

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