The last big stop before the tour transitions to clay is here, and it has already been a fascinating start to the tournament in Miami. Day 2 brings the conclusion of the first round, with a host of local players on display for the fans. As always, we here at LWOT will bring you predictions for every match, but who do you think will advance to the second round?<\/p>\n
Head-to-head:<\/strong> Fucsovics 2-0 O\u2019Connell<\/p>\n Marton Fucsovics and Christopher O\u2019Connell faced each other just two weeks ago in the first round of Indian Wells, where Fucsovics\u2019 baseline reliability proved decisive against O\u2019Connell\u2019s big serve. At ATP Miami, the Australians\u2019 serve may be even more effective. However, Fucsovics should still hold a clear advantage from the back of the court, targeting the one-handed backhand and finishing points when opportunities arise.<\/p>\n Prediction: Fucsovics in 2<\/em><\/p>\n Head-to-head:<\/strong> First meeting<\/p>\n Quentin Halys enters Miami having lost three of his last four matches and will be eager to pick up wins before the tour transitions to clay. Liam Draxl, meanwhile, is more commonly seen on the Challenger Tour but did well to qualify for the main draw here. While he brings strong intensity, Halys should have enough firepower on a faster court to come through.<\/p>\n Prediction: Halys in 2<\/em><\/p>\n Head-to-head:<\/strong> First meeting<\/p>\n Aleksandar Kovacevic came close to the biggest win of his career at Indian Wells, pushing Novak Djokovic to three sets with his aggressive play and strong serve. Against Rei Sakamoto, the match will likely be decided by who takes initiative early in rallies, and at this stage, Kovacevic still appears to have the edge in that department.<\/p>\nQuentin Halys vs Liam Draxl<\/h4>\n
Aleksandar Kovacevic vs Rei Sakamoto<\/h4>\n