The 2024 season provided many exciting matchups on the ATP circuit. From Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz to Novan Djokovic vs Lorenzo Musetti, the fans got it all. The 2025 season will prove to be no different and we are in for a treat straightaway at the Brisbane International. The ATP 250 event, which commenced today, will see an exciting battle between two thrilling prospects on the tour, Matteo Berrettini and Jordan Thompson.

Both Berrettini and Thompson have been playing at the top level for quite some time now, with the latter also featuring in doubles. As a result, fans can expect a close contest when they face each other tomorrow.

Matteo Berrettini vs Jordan Thompson: Preview

The Italian star had a stellar 2024 season despite being cut short by injuries. Berrettini missed the earlier half of the season and did not play in the Australian Open and the French Open, apart from a host of other big tournaments. Nonetheless, he came back strongly and won three titles this year in Kitzbuhel, Gstaad, and Marrakech. Additionally, he also helped his nation win the Davis Cup title. After having a much-needed off-season break, Berrettini comes back rejuvenated to begin his 2025 season.

Similarly, Thompson also had a memorable 2024 season. While he performed consistently on the singles circuit, his biggest achievement came in doubles when he won the US Open title with Max Purcell. Additionally, he also tasted glory in singles, winning the ATP 250 title in Los Cabos. Thus, he too enters the 2025 season in good nick and would look to start off his campaign on a positive note.

Berrettini vs. Thompson: Head-to-head

The duo has had a healthy rivalry on the ATP Tour, having been around for long. Although Thompson gave his all in the matches against Berrettini, he couldn’t stop his opponent from winning both their encounters. They first played against each other on the ITF circuit on Berrettini’s home turf, with the Italian star winning in straight sets. Years later, they met at the 2019 US Open, with Berrettini winning in our sets. The two haven’t played each other in recent times and it will be interesting to see who comes out on top in tomorrow’s contest.

Prediction: Berrettini to continue his winning run against Thompson

Statistically speaking, not much separates Berrettini and Thompson. While the latter is placed in the 26th spot in the ATP rankings, Berrettini is placed eight spots below him. However, the Italian star has had a better win percentage than Thompson in the 2024 season. In the 44 matches that Berrettini played this year, he won 32 of them. On the other hand, Thompson could only manage 35 wins from 59 matches this year.

Furthermore, Berrettini has had favorable results against Thompson in the past and this gives him an upper hand as the two face each other in Brisbane. As a result, the Italian star is expected to win the match against Thompson. However, Thompson will have the home advantage, and it should be a close contest, with the match potentially going into the third set.