Day 3 at ATP Mallorca promises more entertainment, including the All-Aussie encounter between veteran Bernard Tomic and his younger compatriot Rinky Hijikata. Several other interesting matches are on queue, but who will advance?<\/p>\n
Head\u2013to\u2013Head:<\/strong> First Meeting<\/p>\n This promises to be an intriguing all-Australian first round in Mallorca, and the younger Hijikata is rightly the favourite. Bernard Tomic hasn\u2019t secured an ATP main draw win in years, often raising doubts about his commitment to the sport.<\/p>\n However, he has brought some confidence into the qualifiers even as an underdog with two solid wins, and it just feels that if he can carry on the momentum, this is a winnable match for him, especially on grass and against his compatriot, who isn\u2019t particularly any better.<\/p>\n Prediction: Tomic in 3<\/em><\/p>\n Head\u2013to\u2013Head<\/strong>: First Meeting<\/p>\n Benjamin Bonzi enters this match as the clear favourite. His grass\u2010court pedigree, combined with Holt\u2019s recent form, still tilts the odds in his favour.<\/p>\n However, the American battled through qualifying, showing solid form on grass, and will carry some momentum into this one. While Bonzi\u2019s experience at this level\u2014and his demonstrated ability to win on grass\u2014gives him a distinct advantage, Bolt has shown he has enough in his left-handed arsenal to make something of his Mallorca debut.<\/p>\n Prediction: Holt in 3<\/em><\/p>\nBenjamin Bonzi vs Brandon Holt<\/h4>\n