The ATP 250 event in Winston-Salem is set for its semifinal showdowns, with Ignacio Buse taking on Benjamin Bonzi in the first match, followed by Arthur Fery against James Duckworth.
It's semifinal day in Winston-Salem, with the matches taking place on Friday to accommodate a Saturday final. This scheduling adjustment is a tradition for the tournament, as it leads directly into the US Open. Both semifinal clashes promise to be tight and compelling contests.
Location, Date, Time
Location: Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC
Date: August 28
Time: 4:00 PM ET
Buse's Impressive Run in Winston-Salem
As the tournament's third seed, Ignacio Buse began his campaign with a hard-fought three-set victory over Australia's Adam Walton, winning 6-2, 5-7, 6-3. The young Peruvian continued his strong form by defeating Germany's Daniel Altmaier 7-6, 7-5 in the round of 16.
In a thrilling quarterfinal, Buse overcame Francisco Cerundolo 7-6, 4-6, 6-2. This tournament has been a significant opportunity for Buse to prove his development on hard courts, complementing his solid results on clay.
Bonzi's Path Through the Draw
While Buse received a bye as a seeded player, Benjamin Bonzi had to play an extra round. He started by defeating Poland's Kamil Majchrzak 6-4, 7-6. The Frenchman's journey continued with a comeback win in an all-French derby against Constant Lestienne (2-6, 7-6, 6-3), followed by a dominant 6-1, 6-1 victory over Rinky Hijikata in the round of 16.
In the quarterfinals, Bonzi secured his spot in the final four by beating Botic van de Zandschulp 7-6, 6-4. The Frenchman, known for his consistency and occasional flashes of brilliance, has shown improving form throughout the week.
Head-to-Head: A First-Time Meeting
The semifinal on the hard courts of Winston-Salem will be the first-ever meeting between Buse and Bonzi. There is a significant gap in their rankings, with the young Peruvian currently at world No. 36 and poised to climb higher. Bonzi, ranked No. 109, is expected to re-enter the top 100 thanks to his performance in this tournament.
Venue Information
The tournament is held in Winston-Salem, the county seat of Forsyth County, North Carolina. Matches are played at Wake Forest University, a private institution featuring a top-tier tennis complex. The outdoor facility includes 13 courts and is home to the WFU varsity tennis teams. The indoor center, an air-conditioned structure with eight courts, has been recognized by the USTA as one of the nation's finest facilities.
How to Watch the ATP Winston-Salem Semifinals
Fans in the United States can watch the ATP Winston-Salem semifinals on the Tennis Channel. The match can also be streamed on Fubo or DIRECTV.
Buse vs. Bonz Winston-Salem Semifinal Odds
Match Spread (Games)
Ignacio Buse | +1.5 | -120 |
Benjamin Bonzi | -1.5 | -120 |
Money Line
Ignacio Buse | +110 |
Benjamin Bonzi | -138 |
Total Sets
2 Sets | -163 |
3 Sets | +120 |
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All odds written in this article were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change.
