As Day 4 unfolds at the Grand Prix Hassan II in Marrakech, the red clay courts are setting the stage for crucial battles, distinguishing top contenders from aspiring hopefuls. The schedule features four intriguing second-round matches, each promising unique narratives. We’ll see a Challenger champion in peak form, a young talent making waves, two players who fought through grueling three-setters, and a highly anticipated clash involving a former finalist. While patience is often key on this surface, decisive outcomes could arrive sooner than anticipated. Let’s delve into the predictions for who will advance.
ATP Marrakech Day 4 Match Previews
Vit Kopriva vs Alexandre Muller
Head-to-Head: First Meeting
Kopriva arrives in impressive form, having won five consecutive clay court matches, including the Naples Challenger title last week without dropping a set in the latter stages. He also secured a hard-fought three-set victory against Medjedovic here. Muller, conversely, looked sharp in his straight-sets win over Cina and boasts a respectable clay-court history, reaching a final in Marrakech a couple of years prior. However, Kopriva’s current momentum and his ability to dictate play from the baseline should give him a slight edge in what promises to be a tight encounter.
Prediction: Kopriva in 3
Rafael Jodar vs Tomas Machac
Head-to-Head: First Meeting
The 19-year-old Spanish sensation, Jodar, is proving to be one of the breakout stories of the early clay season. He recently entered the top 100 following a strong showing in Miami and comfortably dispatched experienced qualifier Lajovic 6-3, 6-4 in his Marrakech debut. Fourth seed Machac holds a higher ranking and more tour experience, but Jodar’s aggressive baseline game and inherent comfort on clay present a formidable challenge for the Czech. The young Spaniard’s confidence appears exceptionally high right now.
Prediction: Jodar in 3
Ignacio Buse vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli
Head-to-Head: Carabelli 1–0 Buse
Both competitors demonstrated considerable grit to reach this stage. Buse endured a three-hour battle to defeat Berrettini in a high-quality three-setter, while Carabelli outlasted Skatov in another marathon match. The Peruvian has performed solidly on clay this season, but the Argentine’s defensive prowess and knack for extending rallies have previously served him well on this surface. Their sole prior meeting was a full-length contest, and I anticipate another prolonged battle where Carabelli’s consistent play will likely prevail.
Prediction: Carabelli in 3
Luca Van Assche vs Tallon Griekspoor
Head-to-Head: First Meeting
Van Assche displayed excellent composure in a tight two-set win over Gaston, showcasing the potential that has generated excitement around the young Frenchman. Griekspoor, however, was a finalist here last year and brings that crucial experience on the Marrakech clay. The Dutchman’s powerful serve and capacity to vary his pace should prove decisive against Van Assche’s still-developing clay-court game.
Prediction: Griekspoor in 2
