Today’s top matchup at the ATP Montpellier features a fascinating clash, when defending champion Felix Auger-Aliassime takes on the legendary Stan Wawrinka in the Round of 16.
Match Details
- Tournament: ATP 250 Montpellier (Indoor Hard)
- Time: Thursday, Feb 5, 2026 | Not before 6:30 PM local time (CET)
- Venue: Court Patrice Dominguez
| Feature | Felix Auger-Aliassime | Stan Wawrinka |
| Current Ranking | No. 8 | No. 113 |
| Tournament Status | Defending Champion (1st Seed) | Wild Card |
| Age | 25 | 40 |
| Indoor Titles | 7 of 8 career titles | 0 (mostly clay/outdoor hard) |
What to look for
- Auger-Aliassime is the king of indoor hard courts, having won nearly all his titles in these conditions. He is looking to bounce back today after a disappointing Australian Open where he was forced to retire in the first round due to cramping.
- Wawrinka has confirmed 2026 is his final year on tour. He looked sharp in his opening round, defeating Hamad Medjedovic in straight sets. He noted that the fast Montpellier courts suit his aggressive style, but he faces a massive step up in quality today.
- H2H? Surprisingly, despite being on tour together for years, this is their first-ever meeting on the ATP Tour. Wawrinka himself called the matchup “glamourous” and “strange” that they haven’t played before.
Predictions and Best Bet
Auger-Aliassime is the heavy favorite at bookmakers at around 1.30 (-300). The world no 8 is extremely good on these indoor surfaces and has a good record and win percentage in Montpellier.
However, Wawrinka is a player we can never really dismiss even at his current ranking. I would not completely rule out an upset here actually if he can find his rhythm early and use his experience in the important points.
Betting prediction: With Auger-Aliassime’s record here I think he will take care of business today and fight through this one in three sets. A 2-1 win gives odds around 3.45 (or +245).