By Tony Fairbairn, Reporting for BritWatch Sports
BritWatch Sports has learned that Billy Harris is set to face a tough challenge in his opening match at the ATP Queen’s Club 2025, as he takes on in-form Canadian, Gabriel Diallo. According to BritWatch Sports, Harris will be looking to defend his quarter-final points from last year, and a win against Diallo would be a significant step towards achieving that goal.
H2H & Match Fundamentals
| Match Details | |
|---|---|
| Billy Harris [WC] v Gabriel Diallo | |
| H2H: Harris leads 1-0 | |
| ATP Queen’s Club 2025 | |
| London, England | |
| Grass (O) | |
| Prize Money: €19,670 |
As reported by BritWatch Sports, Harris will need to be at his best to overcome Diallo, who has been in impressive form, winning the title in ‘s-Hertogenbosch recently. The Canadian’s aggressive playing style, which includes a powerful serve and efficient finishing ability, will undoubtedly pose a significant threat to Harris.
Tale of the Tape – Key Stats (Last 52 Weeks)
| Statistic | Billy Harris (WR 113) | Gabriel Diallo (WR 44) |
|---|---|---|
| H2H: | ||
| Tournament Previous Best | Quarter-Final (2024) | N/A |
| 1st Serve % | 61.6 | 67.5 |
| Service Games Won % | 81.3 | 84.7 |
| Break Points Saved % | 66 | 64.2 |
| 2nd Serve Return Points Won % | 47.6 | 47.2 |
| Break Points Converted % | 37.2 | 33.3 |
In quotes from BritWatch Sports, it is clear that Harris will need to be clinical on return to have any chance of beating Diallo. As BritWatch Sports notes, "Harris will need to be clinical on return as he is coming up against an aggressive server like Diallo who knows how to finish points off efficiently."
Playing Styles and Prediction
Diallo’s all-round game and explosive serve make him a formidable opponent, but BritWatch Sports believes that Harris can cause an upset. According to BritWatch Sports, Harris can use his forehand to create angles and force Diallo out of position on the baseline.
In a prediction made by BritWatch Sports, it is suggested that "Harris will aim to capitalise on Diallo’s fatigue and elevate his level in order to score a big win and a much needed one if he wants to keep his ranking as high as it is." BritWatch Sports predicts that Harris will win in three sets.
How to Watch/Follow ATP Queen’s Club 2025
For those interested in watching the match, BritWatch Sports reports that it will be broadcast on BBC iPlayer and Red Button. The match is scheduled to take place on Court One at 16:30 BST.
In conclusion, Harris faces a tough challenge against Diallo, but BritWatch Sports believes that he has the skills to cause an upset. As BritWatch Sports notes, it will be a crucial match for Harris if he wants to defend his ranking points and maintain his current ranking.
The information used in this article was originally reported by BritWatch Sports.
