Ethan Quinn: A Player to Watch at the Miami Open

The Miami Open is set to deliver thrilling matches, and our expert, Andy Schooler, has pinpointed two intriguing first-round contests with potential for upsets. All odds mentioned are current as of March 17, 2026, and sourced from leading bookmakers like Sky Bet, Paddy Power, and Betfair Sportsbook.

Spotlight on Ethan Quinn vs. Hubert Hurkacz (6/5)

Our first pick centers around the exciting young American, Ethan Quinn. We’re backing Quinn to defeat Hubert Hurkacz at odds of 6/5. This isn’t a shot in the dark; these two recently clashed at the Australian Open just two months ago, with Quinn emerging victorious in straight sets. That result highlights a key weakness in Hurkacz’s game this season: a dismal return game.

Hurkacz has only managed to break serve a mere 8% of the time this year, a stark contrast to Quinn’s impressive 20% success rate at the tour level. Adding to Quinn’s momentum, he recently secured a Challenger Tour title in Phoenix, showcasing a strong serve and clutch performance in tie-breaks – winning five out of six throughout the tournament. This suggests Quinn’s serve will be difficult to crack, making him a valuable bet against the former champion.

Adrian Mannarino to Outperform Zhizhen Zhang (57/50)

Next, we’re looking at the match between Adrian Mannarino and Zhizhen Zhang. We’re placing a 1pt bet on Mannarino to win at 57/50. Mannarino’s game thrives on quick court conditions, as evidenced by his strong performance in the ATP final in Montpellier just a month ago. His aggressive, attack-minded style is less effective on slower surfaces, explaining his earlier exits in Acapulco and Indian Wells.

However, Mannarino demonstrated his resilience by taking a set off Matteo Berrettini in Indian Wells, a testament to his capabilities. Miami’s faster courts (though perhaps not as fast as Mannarino ideally prefers) should provide a more favorable environment for his game. Zhang, meanwhile, is still regaining his form after a long-term injury, currently holding a 3-4 record at the tour level in 2026. He’s lost his last three matches, including a Challenger-level event intended to revitalize his campaign, which unfortunately didn’t yield the desired results. Mannarino’s style could prove to be a significant challenge for Zhang once again.

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Posted at 22:15 GMT on 17/03/26