Korda vs Kecmanovic: Hellenic Championships 2025 Preview & Prediction
The quarterfinals of the 2025 Hellenic Championships are set to feature an intriguing matchup between two unseeded players: Sebastian Korda and Miomir Kecmanovic. This match promises to deliver high stakes as both players seek to advance in the tournament.
Match Details
- Date: November 6, 2025
- Tournament: Hellenic Championships 2025
- Round: Quarterfinals
- Venue: OAKA Basketball Arena, Athens, Greece
- Category: ATP 250
- Surface: Indoor hardcourt
- Live Telecast: Tennis Channel, TSN, Sky Sports
Players’ Journey to the Quarterfinals
Sebastian Korda has had to battle through tough matches to reach this stage. In the first round, he achieved an upset victory against seventh-seeded Alexei Popyrin, winning in a three-set thriller: 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. Following this, Korda faced Damir Dzumhur, where he once again showcased his resilience, coming back to win 4-6, 6-3, 6-3.
Miomir Kecmanovic, on the other hand, started his campaign with a narrow victory over Kamil Majchrzak, winning both sets in tiebreaks: 7-6 (4), 7-6 (4). In the second round, he demonstrated his capacity for comebacks by upsetting third-seeded Luciano Darderi, coming from behind to win 4-6, 6-2, 6-3.
Korda vs Kecmanovic Head-to-Head
In their previous encounters, Sebastian Korda holds a 2-1 advantage over Miomir Kecmanovic. This year, Korda defeated Kecmanovic twice: once at Adelaide and again at Winston-Salem. Kecmanovic’s sole victory in their rivalry came during the Miami tournament in 2022.
Performance and Statistics
As both players prepare for the quarterfinal clash, their recent performances could be indicative of the outcome. Korda has shown reliable serving in Athens, accumulating 26 aces and winning 76 percent of his first serve points. His return game has also been effective, securing 50 percent of break-point opportunities and saving six of eight break points against his serve.
Kecmanovic has also performed well, hitting 20 aces with a first serve win rate of 78 percent. However, he has struggled on his second serve, winning only 44 percent of those points compared to Korda’s 66 percent.
Prediction
Despite both players showcasing their skills at the Hellenic Championships, recent statistics favor Korda ahead of their quarterfinal matchup. With both players having competitive records, Korda is anticipated to win, potentially in a closely contested three sets.
