USA

John Isner

France

Gregoire Barrere

The American will confirm his class in the first set. Barrere won’t be able to put up any serious resistance

Isner is doing well on clay this season. At his home tournament in Houston, John reached the final of the tournament, where he lost in two games to compatriot Reilly Opelka (3-6, 6-7). At Roland Garros, the American faced Frenchman Kanten Galli in the first match. It was a tight battle, but Isner survived the tie-breaks to win in four sets (7-6, 4-6, 7-6, 7-6). Barrera's level is the Challengers. You can't expect him to do anything at Roland Garros. Of course, the crowd will be rooting for Gregoire, but it may not be enough. Barrere faced Taro Daniel in the first match and won sensationally in five games 3-6, 6-2, 0-6, 6-3, 6-4. Isner should have no problems in their upcoming encounter. Barrere, who is ranked outside the second hundred, is unlikely to be able to pull off any surprises. There will be no sensation. The bookies don't see Isner as the favourite for nothing. The American has a very strong serve. John should get off to a great start and seize the early lead. Plus, the Frenchman had a tough match against Daniel in the first round. I'm sure Gregoire hasn't had time to recover. You can bet that not more than 10 games will be played in the first set.