The second day of action at the ATP 500 tournament in Barcelona promises a thrilling conclusion to the first round, featuring a strong lineup of top ATP Tour talent. Our predictions extend to other matches, including those involving top seed Carlos Alcaraz, which you can find on our dedicated predictions page. This set of previews highlights No. 2 seed Lorenzo Musetti, who is aiming to break a two-match losing streak at this event.
ATP Barcelona Day 2 Match Previews
Arthur Fils vs. Terence Atmane
Head-to-head: First meeting
Arthur Fils presents a formidable challenge on clay and will feel the pressure after reaching the semifinals of this tournament in 2025. Additionally, the Frenchman had to withdraw from the recent Monte Carlo Masters, making this his first clay-court appearance of the season. Terence Atmane has steadily climbed the rankings, reaching a career-high of No. 41 this week with an 8-10 record in 2026. While Fils is more likely to overpower his compatriot on a good day, potential injury concerns and a lack of match sharpness could open the door for Atmane to secure an upset. Atmane’s strategic play also makes him a significant threat on these courts.
Prediction: Atmane in 3 sets
Mariano Navone vs. Andrey Rublev
Head-to-head: First meeting
April has been a landmark month for Mariano Navone, who captured his maiden ATP Tour title in Bucharest. Following a hard-fought three-set final, the Argentine took a week off and now has an opportunity to secure his third Top 20 victory against Andrey Rublev. Since his semifinal exit in Dubai, Rublev has managed only one win on tour. While Rublev possesses greater aggression and power in his groundstrokes, an off-day could lead to an upset. However, backing up a title can be a significant challenge for Navone. Rublev should ultimately feel confident in his chances against a counterpunching opponent.
Prediction: Rublev in 3 sets
Martin Landaluce vs. Lorenzo Musetti
Head-to-head: First meeting
Lorenzo Musetti has struggled for wins on tour since the Australian Open, but the Italian should find this week an opportunity to regain his form. Martin Landaluce is a promising talent on the tour, but ranked just outside the Top 100, the pressure of facing a Top 10 opponent might prove overwhelming. Landaluce has already made his mark with a powerful forehand, and Musetti will need to avoid being dominated in rallies. Musetti’s season has also been hampered by various injuries, suggesting this could be a closely contested two-setter.
Prediction: Musetti in 2 sets
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