Forecast
| Rating | 1489 (#392) | 1544 (#290) |
|---|---|---|
| Matches on record | 57 | 55 |
| Recent form | LLWLL | WWLWL |
| Head-to-head wins | 0 | 0 |
Set-score probabilities
Chance of a third set 49%
Valentin Royer vs Adam Walton: match analysis
Hangzhou puts Valentin Royer against Adam Walton on 23 September 2026. Valentin Royer is rated 1489 (ranked 392 by our model), Adam Walton 1544 (ranked 290 by our model) — 55 points apart.
Form and context
Valentin Royer is 3–7 over the last 10 matches. Last time out, Valentin Royer lost 0–2 to Stefanos Tsitsipas at Cincinnati on 14 August. At tour level this season: 3–11. The strongest opponent beaten recently was Navone M., rated 1617.
Adam Walton comes in with a 4–6 record from the last 10 matches. The latest result was a 1–2 loss to Ignacio Buse at Winston Salem (25 August). ATP/WTA-level record in 2026: 13–12. Best recent win: Daniil Medvedev (rated 1701).
Head to head
This is their first meeting in our records.
Key factors
- Adam Walton carries the higher rating by 54 points — the biggest single input to the forecast.
- Form over the last 10: Valentin Royer 3–7 against Adam Walton 4–6.
- Tour-level experience in our data: Valentin Royer 48 matches, Adam Walton 53. Ratings from lower-tier events are pulled towards the average.
Verdict
The model makes Adam Walton the favourite at 60%, with 0–2 the most likely score (32%). A real edge, but an upset would not be a shock. Straight-sets win for Adam Walton: 32%. A deciding third set: 49%.
Full head to head: Valentin Royer vs Adam Walton →
Last five: Valentin Royer
| 2026-08-14 | L | Stefanos Tsitsipas | 0-2 | Cincinnati |
| 2026-08-06 | L | Tommy Paul | 0-2 | Montreal |
| 2026-08-04 | W | Pablo Carreño Busta | 2-1 | Montreal |
| 2026-07-14 | L | Alex Molčan | 0-2 | Umag |
| 2026-07-02 | L | Alexander Zverev | 0-3 | Wimbledon |
Full record for Valentin Royer →
Last five: Adam Walton
| 2026-08-25 | L | Ignacio Buse | 1-2 | Winston Salem |
| 2026-08-24 | W | Jesper De Jong | 2-0 | Winston Salem |
| 2026-08-18 | L | Jaime Faria | 1-2 | Cincinnati |
| 2026-08-16 | W | Ignacio Buse | 2-0 | Cincinnati |
| 2026-08-14 | W | Nicolas Mejia | 2-0 | Cincinnati |
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Frequently asked questions
Who will win Valentin Royer vs Adam Walton?
The model makes Adam Walton the favourite with a 60% chance; Valentin Royer is given 40%.
What is the predicted score for Valentin Royer vs Adam Walton?
The most likely score in sets is 0–2 (32%), followed by 1–2 (28%).
Will Valentin Royer vs Adam Walton go to three sets?
The model puts the chance of a deciding third set at 49%.
Have Valentin Royer and Adam Walton played each other before?
This is their first meeting in our records.
What is the recent form of Valentin Royer and Adam Walton?
Over their last 10 matches Valentin Royer is 3–7 and Adam Walton is 4–6.