The Semi-final match of Eastbourne International 2023 between Gregoire Barrere vs Tommy Paul will take place on July 1.
Gregoire Barrere overcame his struggles with converting breakpoints and maintaining leads during the ATP Eastbourne quarterfinals. Despite trailing 3-5 in the first set and facing difficulties with nine breakpoint opportunities, he defeated Miomir Kecmanovic in straight sets. This successful performance adds to his remarkable 2023 season, where he has achieved victories on both grass and clay surfaces. Barrere’s win in Eastbourne marks his best-ever result on the main tour and ends his three-match losing streak in quarterfinal matches. As a result, he has earned a spot in the top 50 of the ATP rankings for the first time in his career, showcasing his progress and versatility.
Tommy Paul survived another shaky performance in Eastbourne, avoiding a consecutive quarterfinal exit. Despite missed opportunities in the second set and surrendering a sizable lead in the decider, he managed to regain control during the tiebreaker, securing a hard-fought 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 victory over Jeffrey John Wolf. Reaching the semifinals in Eastbourne is a significant achievement for Paul, potentially boosting his confidence after a disruptive clay swing. Notably, American players have had success in recent editions of the tournament. Paul, currently ranked #17, aims to continue this trend. While he has previously reached six semifinals on the main tour, winning only two, he hopes to deliver a stronger performance this time.
Gregoire Barrere vs Tommy Paul | Details |
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Date | July 1, 2023 |
Surface | Grass |
Tournament | Eastbourne International |
Stage | Semi-final |
Time (India) | 3:30 pm |
Opponent | Score |
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Miomir Kecmanovic | 7-5, 7-6 (W) |
Nicolas Jarry | 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 (W) |
Emil Ruusuvuori | 3-6, 7-6, 7-6 (W) |
Stefanos Tsitsipas | 7-6, 6-4, 7-6 (L) |
Lorenzo Musetti | 3-6, 3-6 (L) |
Opponent | Score |
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Jeffrey John Wolf | 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (W) |
Sebastian Baez | 6-1, 7-6 (W) |
Francisco Cerundolo | 7-6, 4-6, 6-4 (L) |
Billy Harris | 6-3, 6-4 (W) |
Taro Daniel | 6-3, 6-4 (W) |
With a 2-1 head-to-head record (all on clay and 0-1 in 2023), Gregoire Barrere holds a slight advantage over Tommy Paul. Barrere’s current form suggests that he is in a better position to capitalize on opportunities and maintain his advantages during their match, potentially extending his impressive run in Eastbourne. However, it is worth noting that top-20 players often possess the ability to elevate their performance in the later stages of a tournament and overcome such challenges. It will be interesting to see if Tommy Paul, who has previously demonstrated his potential as a top-20 player, can navigate through these hurdles successfully.
The Semi-final match of Eastbourne International 2023 between Gregoire Barrere vs Tommy Paul will take place on July 1.
Area | Broadcaster |
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France | france.tv sport, Prime Video |
Europe (all territories except France) | Eurosport |
Austria | Servus TV |
Belgium | rtbf.be |
Switzerland | SRG SSR |
USA | NBC Sports, Peacock, Tennis Channel, Bally Sports |
Canada | RDS, TSN |
Latin America | ESPN |
Brazil | SPORTV |
North Africa & Middle East | beIN Sports |
Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport, Canal+ |
Asia (all territories) | beIN Sports |
China | CMG |
Taiwan | ELTA |
Vietnam | VTV Cab |
Japan | WOWOW |
India | Sony Ten |
Mongolia | SPS |
Australia | Channel 9 |
New Zealand | Sky |
South Korea | CJ ENM |
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