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ATP Hertogenbosch

N. Borges vs M. Cilic Match result — 12.06.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

ATP - 52

N. Borges - M. Cilic

ATP Hertogenbosch 1/8-finals

June 12, 2026 • 12:30

1—2

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

ATP - 47

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 2

H2H W-L 1-0-1

Avg sets per match 2.50

Last 5 W-L 1-1

Last 3 W-L 1-1

Current streak L1

Sets balance +1

Avg sets (last 5) 2.50

Sets range 2-3

3-set matches 1 (50%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 1/0 • 0/1

50% 1 Wins

0% 0 Draws

50% 1 Wins

Last 2 matches

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

12 Jun 2026

N. Borges - M. Cilic

1:2 (6-3, 3-6)

ATP Hertogenbosch

Grass

7 Jan 2026

M. Cilic - N. Borges

0:2 (5-7, 3-6)

Hong Kong

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N. Borges

Player Overview

Nuno Borges, standing at 185 cm, has a career baseline win percentage hovering around 63.2%. Recently, his performance has shown a slight improvement, with a win rate of 48.4% over the past two years. Although his Elo rating reflects a solid 2036 overall, his grass game remains a work in progress with a specific rating of 1531, indicating room for growth on this surface.

Arriving at this match, Borges has recorded two wins in his last three outings, including a convincing victory against Tom Atmane in Hertogenbosch. However, he faced a setback against Andrey Rublev at the French Open, highlighting a mixed form. As he prepares to face Marin Cilic, the challenge will be to build on his recent performance while overcoming past inconsistencies, particularly in high-stakes matches.

Match results: N. Borges

12 Jun 2026 ATP Hertogenbosch

N. Borges

M. Cilic

1 2

6 3

3 6

8 Jun 2026 ATP Hertogenbosch

N. Borges

T. Atmane

2 0

6 4

29 May 2026 ATP French Open

N. Borges

A. Rublev

0 1

5 7

27 May 2026 ATP French Open

N. Borges

M. Kecmanovic

3 1

3 6

6 2

6 1

6 2

24 May 2026 ATP French Open

T. M. Etcheverry

N. Borges

0 3

3 6

4 6

2 6

8 May 2026 ATP Rome

N. Borges

R. Jodar

0 1

4 6

6 May 2026 ATP Rome

J. De Jong

N. Borges

0 2

3 6

0 6

1 May 2026 Cagliari

M. Arnaldi

N. Borges

1 0

6 3

30 Apr 2026 Cagliari

C. Garin

N. Borges

1 2

4 6

6 3

23 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

N. Borges

M. Navone

0 2

3 6

4 6

M. Cilic

Player Overview

Marin Cilic, at 198 cm, boasts a career win percentage of 63.3% and an overall Elo rating of 2066. However, his recent form has been less impressive, with a 56.3% win rate over the last two years, reflecting a decline. His grass performance, rated at 1829, suggests he still holds potential, but recent results have not matched his historical prowess.

Cilic's recent outings have been erratic, culminating in a victory over Denis Shapovalov in Hertogenbosch, following a string of disappointing losses at the French Open. With a recent form trend indicating a decline, he must capitalize on this win to regain momentum. Facing Borges, Cilic will need to leverage his experience and serve to navigate the pressures of this matchup effectively.

Match results: M. Cilic

12 Jun 2026 ATP Hertogenbosch

N. Borges

M. Cilic

1 2

6 3

3 6

8 Jun 2026 ATP Hertogenbosch

M. Cilic

D. Shapovalov

2 0

6 4

7 5

26 May 2026 ATP French Open

M. Cilic

M. Kouame

0 2

2 6

1 6

9 May 2026 ATP Rome

M. Cilic

Martin Landaluce

0 2

4 6

9 May 2026 ATP Rome

M. Cilic

V. Vacherot

0 0

7 May 2026 ATP Rome

M. Giron

M. Cilic

0 2

5 7

4 6

24 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

J. Fonseca

M. Cilic

1 0

22 Apr 2026 ATP Madrid

Z. Bergs

M. Cilic

1 2

6 4

3 6

4 6

14 Apr 2026 ATP Munich

M. Cilic

D. Altmaier

0 2

2 6

3 6

8 Apr 2026 ATP Monte Carlo

F. Auger-Aliassime

M. Cilic

1 0

6 3

Experience Prevails as Cilic Edges Borges in Thrilling Encounter

M. Cilic triumphed over N. Borges with a match score of 2:1, advancing to the next round of the ATP Hertogenbosch.

The match featured two closely contested sets, with Borges taking the first set 6-3, showcasing his ability to capitalize on break points, having converted 67% of them in that set. However, Cilic responded strongly, winning the second set 6-3, demonstrating resilience and tactical adjustments.

Throughout the match, both players exhibited strong serving, with Cilic hitting 17 aces compared to Borges' 13. Cilic also maintained a higher service game success rate, holding serve 17 times out of 23 attempts, while Borges managed 14 holds from 20 service games.

Despite Borges winning the same number of total games (9) as Cilic, the latter's ability to secure crucial breaks—6 in total—proved decisive. This match highlighted the competitive nature of the ATP circuit, with both players showcasing their skills in a high-stakes environment.

Ultimately, Cilic's experience and strategic play allowed him to overcome Borges, setting the stage for a promising continuation in the tournament.

Players Analysis

Nuno Borges has shown a mixed form recently, with a win percentage of 60% in his last 10 matches, but he has struggled against higher-ranked opponents, as evidenced by his recent loss to Andrey Rublev at the French Open. Marin Cilic, on the other hand, has a slightly lower win percentage of 50% in his last 10 matches but has faced tougher competition, including a recent victory against Denis Shapovalov. Cilic's experience and higher career win percentage may give him an edge in this matchup.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their head-to-head encounters, Marin Cilic and Nuno Borges are tied with one win each. Cilic won their most recent match on June 12, 2026, in straight sets, indicating his current superiority. Cilic's serve has been more effective, with an ace percentage of 11.9% compared to Borges' 7.1%. Additionally, Cilic has a better break point saved percentage (68.6%) compared to Borges (63.3%), which could be crucial in tight moments during the match.

N. Borges — M. Cilic Prediction

Considering the current form, head-to-head results, and serve statistics, Marin Cilic is favored to win this match against Nuno Borges. Cilic's experience and recent performance suggest he will likely take the match in two sets, possibly with a score of 2-0. Borges may put up a fight, but Cilic's serving prowess and tactical play should prevail.

Final score in sets: 2-0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - Marin Cilic, Set 2 - Marin Cilic
Expected aces: 8
Double faults: 3
Break points: 5

Marin Cilic is expected to dominate with his powerful serve, aiming to secure quick points and put pressure on Borges. Cilic's ability to handle break points effectively will be critical, and if he can maintain his first serve percentage above 56%, he should be able to control the match tempo.

3 Reasons Why M. Cilic Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors M. Cilic 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors M. Cilic.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, M. Cilic has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than N. Borges, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

12.06.2026 12:30 ATP Hertogenbosch

N. Borges 0

M. Cilic 2

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