The ATP Mallorca round of 16 on June 24 features several intriguing matchups as players continue their preparations for Wimbledon. Vit Kopriva looks to capitalise on his strong start and favourable head-to-head record against Ignacio Buse. At the same time, Adam Walton aims to build on an impressive opening-round victory over Nick Kyrgios when he faces Alejandro Davidovich Fokina. Grigor Dimitrov also continues his grass-court campaign against rising Jordanian talent Abedallah Shelbayh, with the experienced Bulgarian seeking to maintain momentum after a commanding first-round performance.
ATP Mallorca 1/8-Finals
Kopriva – Buse: 24.06.2026 12:30 CEST
H2H: 2-1
Vit Kopriva has lost three of his last five matches. This week in Mallorca, Kopriva defeated Dzumhur in the opening round in straight sets. He was great under pressure, saving all four breakpoints.
Ignacio Buse has won three of his last five matches. This week in Mallorca, Buse defeated Tsitsipas in the opening round in straight sets. He saved all four breakpoints he offered.
Best Bet to Make
According to the bookies, Kopriva is the underdog in this matchup, but we disagree. He dominated in the opening round and leads 2-1 in head-to-head meetings. On the other hand, Buse has no experience on grass courts. We expect Kopriva to be a better player in this matchup.
That being said, Kopriva winning is a value bet.
Value bet/ the best odds: Vit Kopriva winning @2.10 @bet365
Walton – Davidovich Fokina: 24.06.2026 15:00 CEST
H2H: first meeting
Adam Walton has won four of his last five matches. This week in Mallorca, Walton defeated Kyrgios in the opening round in straight sets. He offered and saved six breakpoints.
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has lost three of his last five matches. Last week in London, the Spaniard lost to Paul in straight sets in the quarterfinals. Around this time last season, Davidovich Fokina played in Eastbourne, losing to Fritz in the semifinals in three sets.
Best Bet to Make
According to the bookies, Davidovich Fokina is the favourite in this matchup, but we disagree. Walton dominated both the qualifying tournament and the opening main-draw round. If he serves well, we expect him to keep this match close.
That being said, Walton covering the games handicap is a value bet.
Value bet/ the best odds: Adam Walton +3.5 games handicap @1.73 @bet365
Shelbayh – Dimitrov: 24.06.2026 17:30 CEST
H2H: first meeting
Abedallah Shelbayh has won three of his last five matches. This week in Mallorca, Shelbayh defeated Moutet in the opening round in straight sets. He trailed in the opening set 1-3, but turned it around.
Grigor Dimitrov has won three of his last five matches. This week in Mallorca, Dimitrov defeated Polmans in the opening round in straight sets. He served well, not offering any breakpoints.
Best Bet to Make
According to the bookies, Dimitrov is the favourite in this matchup, and we agree. Last season at Wimbledon, Dimitrov was 2-0 up against Sinner in the 1/8-finals. He obviously enjoys playing on grass, and we expect him to dominate.
That being said, Dimitrov covering the games handicap is a value bet.
Value bet/ the best odds: Grigor Dimitrov -4.5 games handicap @1.80 @bet365
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