Arthur Fery vs Lorenzo Musetti Prediction U.S. Open - New York · Aug 30, 2026

Analysis

Lorenzo Musetti is an established top-tier presence on the ATP main tour and arrives in New York as the clear favourite in this first-round meeting. Arthur Fery comes in with momentum after a straight-sets win over Cruz Hewitt on 25 August, which is the kind of confidence boost that matters at a Grand Slam, but the step up in class here is substantial. Musetti's one-handed backhand, variety and comfort in long best-of-five rallies give him the tools to control tempo, while Fery will need a big serving day and a fast start to trouble him. Hard courts in New York reward flat, aggressive hitting and Fery can be dangerous when he redirects the ball early, so an upset set is not out of the question. Over best-of-five, though, the depth and physical margin favour the Italian, who should raise his level as the match settles. A comfortable win for Musetti in three or four sets is the most likely outcome.