Who is favored to win the Jaime Faria vs Sebastian Baez at the Rio de Janeiro?
Sebastian Baez is favored to win against Jaime Faria due to his higher ATP ranking of 32 compared to Faria's 147, stronger clay court performance, and status as the defending champion at the Rio Open, with moneyline odds around 1.30 on DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports. Baez has won 4 of his last 5 matches on clay this season, while Faria recently lost 2-0 to Igor Marcondes in the qualifying rounds at the same venue.
What time does Jaime Faria vs Sebastian Baez at the Rio de Janeiro start?
The match starts at 7:30 PM UTC on February 17, 2026, which is 10:30 PM local time in Rio de Janeiro (BRT, UTC-3). This timing aligns with evening sessions at the Rio Open, allowing for optimal playing conditions on outdoor clay courts.
Where is the Jaime Faria vs Sebastian Baez at the Rio de Janeiro being played?
The match is at Quadra 1 in the Jockey Club Brasileiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the main venue for the Rio Open presented by Claro with a capacity for thousands of spectators and known for its vibrant atmosphere during ATP 500 events.
Jaime Faria vs Sebastian Baez at the Rio de Janeiro prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Sebastian Baez is predicted to win in straight sets with odds of 1.30, given his superior ranking, recent form with 75% win rate on clay over the last month, and Faria's struggles in qualifying where he lost his last match 6-1, 6-2. DexWin offers the best value on these odds for tennis enthusiasts.
What is the head to head record between Jaime Faria vs Sebastian Baez?
In head-to-head matches, Sebastian Baez leads Jaime Faria 1-0 from their previous encounter last year on clay, where Baez won convincingly 6-4, 7-5; overall, Baez dominates higher-ranked opponents on this surface with an 80% win rate in recent outings.
