On Thursday, fans can look forward to an exciting lineup featuring Elise Mertens and Raphaël Collignon in singles matches.
Elise Mertens’ Upcoming Match
Elise Mertens, ranked 23rd in the world, will face the Polish player Maja Chwalinska, who is currently ranked 114th. This match marks their first encounter on the professional circuit.
- Opponent: Maja Chwalinska
- Current Rankings: Mertens (23), Chwalinska (114)
- Match Location: Court No. 12
- Start Time: Following a men’s singles match at 11:00 AM
Raphaël Collignon’s Challenge
Later in the day, Raphaël Collignon will take on the formidable American player Ben Shelton. Collignon, ranked 62nd globally, recently emerged victorious against Australian Aleksandar Vukic in straight sets.
- Opponent: Ben Shelton
- Current Rankings: Collignon (62), Shelton (5)
- Match Location: Suzanne-Lenglen Court
- Match Type: First encounter on the ATP tour
Double Matches Featuring Mertens
In addition to singles, Elise Mertens will also compete in the doubles event. She teams up with Shuai Zhang of China, while Magali Kempen partners with Andreja Klepac from Slovenia.
Match Details for Doubles
- Elise Mertens and Shuai Zhang:
- Opponents: Marta Kostyuk (WTA D-217) and Elena-Gabriela Ruse (WTA D-86)
- Court: Court No. 12
- Magali Kempen and Andreja Klepac:
- Opponents: Asia Muhammad and Fanny Stollar
- Court: Court No. 8
- Seeded Ranking: 8th seed
Thursday promises to be an exhilarating day for tennis enthusiasts, showcasing talented players in both singles and doubles competitions at El-Balad.
