Day 4 at the Grand Prix Hassan II in Marrakech sees the field narrowing as contenders emerge on the red clay. Four second-round matches are scheduled, each presenting intriguing narratives: a dominant Challenger champion, a rising teenage talent, two players who endured tough three-setters, and a rematch involving last year’s finalist. While patience is key on this surface, decisive outcomes might unfold sooner than anticipated.
ATP Marrakech Day 4 Match Previews
Vit Kopriva vs Alexandre Muller
Head-to-Head: First meeting
Vit Kopriva arrives in top form, boasting five consecutive clay-court victories, including a Challenger title in Naples where he didn’t drop a set in the latter stages. He continued this strong run with a three-set win against Medjedovic in Marrakech. Alexandre Muller also showed good form, cruising past Cina in straight sets and having a solid clay record, including a past final appearance here. However, Kopriva’s current momentum and assertive baseline play are expected to give him the edge in what should be a closely contested match.
Prediction: Kopriva in 3 sets
Rafael Jodar vs Tomas Machac
Head-to-Head: First meeting
Nineteen-year-old Spaniard Rafael Jodar has been a standout story this clay season, breaking into the top 100 after a strong Miami performance and comfortably defeating experienced qualifier Lajovic (6-3, 6-4) in his Marrakech debut. Fourth seed Tomas Machac holds a higher ranking and more tour experience. However, Jodar’s aggressive baseline style and natural affinity for clay make him a formidable opponent, especially with his current high confidence levels.
Prediction: Jodar in 3 sets
Ignacio Buse vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli
Head-to-Head: Carabelli leads 1-0
Both players demonstrated resilience to reach this stage. Ignacio Buse battled for three hours to overcome Berrettini in a high-quality three-setter, while Camilo Ugo Carabelli similarly outlasted Skatov in another marathon match. Buse has displayed solid clay-court form this season. Yet, Carabelli’s consistent defensive play and ability to prolong rallies have historically served him well on this surface. Their previous encounter went the distance, and another lengthy match is anticipated, with Carabelli’s endurance and consistency likely to prevail.
Prediction: Carabelli in 3 sets
Luca Van Assche vs Tallon Griekspoor
Head-to-Head: First meeting
Luca Van Assche exhibited composure in a tight two-set victory over Gaston, showcasing the potential that has generated excitement around the young Frenchman. Tallon Griekspoor, however, was the runner-up here last year, bringing valuable experience on the Marrakech clay. The Dutchman’s strong serve and varied shot-making should prove decisive against Van Assche’s still-developing clay-court game.
Prediction: Griekspoor in 2 sets