LiontipsJordan Thompson vs Maxime Cressy. Prediction and Betting Tips for ATP Newport (July 16, 2021).
Command Analysis
Since the switch from clay to grass,Thompsonhas started showing quality tennis and has improved his results as well. At the Hall of Fame tournament in Newport he had no problems so far: in the first round, he was supposed to play against Cedrik Stebe, but the German athlete withdrew from the competition. And in the second round, Jordan confidently beat Yuichi Sugita in straight sets. Thompson lost only two games (6-0, 6-2).
Cressy builds all his game around his big serve. He doesn't really have any other jokers up his sleeve. But this is a good enough advantage to outplay different opponents on grass. In the first round of the Hall of Fame tournament, Cressy beat the Italian player Pablo Lorenzi (6-1, 6-2), and in the second round, he unexpectedly ousted Sam Querrey (6-4, 2-6, 6-2).
Trends
СтавкаTie-break - yes
Cressy played 3 tie-breaks in the last 5 matches.
Ставка1st set: total over 9.5
Over 9.5 games were played in the 1st set in 4 of Thompson's last 5 matches.
Tip and bets
Cressy wins his matches with the help of the big serve. However, that is not enough when playing against really strong opponents. Thompson is now in great shape, so we believe that he will be able to easily deal with Maxime's serve.
Our prediction - Thompson to win with a handicap (-3)
Traditionally, matches involving Cressy are long-lasting. However, now he goes against Thompson, who can return really well. Therefore, we believe that the Australian will not let Cressy take control of the game.
Second prediction - total under 25 games.
