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ATP Eastbourne

Prediction Z. Bergs vs T. Samuel — 26.06.2026

Daniel Carter

ATP - 39

Z. Bergs - T. Samuel

ATP Eastbourne Semi-finals

June 26, 2026 • 15:30

2—1

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

ATP - 261

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 1

H2H W-L 1-0-0

Avg sets per match 3.00

Last 5 W-L 1-0

Last 3 W-L 1-0

Current streak W1

Sets balance +1

Avg sets (last 5) 3.00

Sets range 3-3

3-set matches 1 (99%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 0/1 • 0/0

100% 1 Wins

0% 0 Draws

0% 0 Wins

Last 1 match

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

26 Jun 2026

Z. Bergs - T. Samuel

2:1 (4-6, 6-2)

ATP Eastbourne

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Z. Bergs

Player Overview

Z. Bergs has been navigating a challenging stretch on the ATP circuit, with a career baseline of nearly 56% on hard courts. His recent trajectory has been downward, particularly evident in losses to players like Tommy Fritz and J. McCabe. As he faces T. Samuel, Bergs needs to find a way to convert opportunities into victories and regain his footing on the tour.

Bergs arrives at this match after three consecutive wins at ATP Eastbourne, albeit against opponents he has historically managed well. However, his last two matches outside this event resulted in defeats, suggesting inconsistency. With a lack of recent competitive data, the pressure is on Bergs to deliver against Samuel, who has shown signs of form in this tournament.

Match results: Z. Bergs

26 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

Z. Bergs

T. Samuel

2 1

4 6

6 2

25 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

J. Choinski

Z. Bergs

0 2

3 6

24 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

D. Altmaier

Z. Bergs

0 2

3 6

22 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

Z. Bergs

J. Munar

2 0

6 2

6 4

17 Jun 2026 ATP Halle

Z. Bergs

T. Fritz

1 2

7 5

4 6

10 Jun 2026 ATP Hertogenbosch

J. McCabe

Z. Bergs

1 0

6 2

24 May 2026 ATP French Open

T. Machac

Z. Bergs

3 0

6 4

6 3

19 May 2026 ATP Hamburg

Z. Bergs

A. Gea

0 0

15 May 2026 Valencia

D. Vallejo

Z. Bergs

2 0

6 4

6 3

14 May 2026 Valencia

R. Bautista-Agut

Z. Bergs

0 2

3 6

T. Samuel

Player Overview

T. Samuel has established himself as a formidable competitor on the tour, boasting a strong serve and a solid baseline game. His current two-year form reflects a rising trend, underscoring his ability to compete effectively. With a career win percentage hovering around 60% on hard surfaces, Samuel has been particularly effective in these conditions, which bodes well for his matchup against Bergs.

Match results: T. Samuel

26 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

Z. Bergs

T. Samuel

2 1

4 6

6 2

25 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

T. Samuel

J. M. Cerundolo

2 0

6 3

6 4

24 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

T. Samuel

T. A. Tirante

1 0

6 1

21 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

M. Arnaldi

T. Samuel

2 1

3 6

6 4

20 Jun 2026 ATP Eastbourne

T. Samuel

Q. Halys

2 0

6 2

6 4

16 Jun 2026 ATP London

A. Fery

T. Samuel

2 0

6 0

6 2

13 Jun 2026 Ilkley

D. Sweeny

T. Samuel

2 1

5 7

6 2

6 3

12 Jun 2026 Ilkley

T. Samuel

A. Holmgren

2 0

6 3

8 Jun 2026 Ilkley

K. Jacquet

T. Samuel

1 2

6 1

4 6

25 May 2026 ATP French Open

A. De Minaur

T. Samuel

3 0

6 4

6 2

Players Analysis

Z. Bergs has been performing well recently, winning 7 out of his last 10 matches. His victories include a strong performance against J. Choinski and J. Munar, showcasing his ability to compete at a high level. In contrast, T. Samuel has also shown good form, winning 6 out of his last 10 matches, including a recent victory against J. M. Cerundolo. Both players have demonstrated resilience and skill, making this matchup particularly interesting.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their previous encounter, Z. Bergs defeated T. Samuel with a score of 2:1, winning the second set decisively 6-2 after losing the first set 4-6. This suggests that Bergs has the ability to adapt and recover during matches. Both players have similar recent performance metrics, but Bergs has a slight edge in terms of overall match wins and set performance. Additionally, Bergs has a higher average of games won per match compared to Samuel, which could play a crucial role in their upcoming match.

Z. Bergs — T. Samuel Prediction

Based on their recent forms and head-to-head results, Z. Bergs is favored to win this match against T. Samuel. The previous match between them indicates that Bergs can overcome early setbacks, and his recent performances suggest he is in better form overall. Expect a competitive match, but with Bergs likely to edge out Samuel in the end.

Final score in sets: 2:1
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - T. Samuel, Set 2 - Z. Bergs, Set 3 - Z. Bergs
Expected aces: 5
Double faults: 2
Break points: 4

Tactically, Z. Bergs may focus on exploiting T. Samuel's weaknesses on serve, aiming to create break point opportunities early in the match. Given their previous encounter, Bergs might also look to establish a strong baseline game to counter Samuel's aggressive playstyle.

3 Reasons Why Z. Bergs Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors Z. Bergs 2:1 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors Z. Bergs.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, Z. Bergs has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than T. Samuel, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

Date Match W S A DF BP

26.06.2026 15:30 ATP Eastbourne

Z. Bergs

T. Samuel

2 1

0 1 1 1 0 0