LiontipsBrandon Nakashima vs John Isner. Prediction and Betting Tips for ATP Atlanta (August 2, 2021).
Command Analysis
Last week in Los Cabos, Nakashima beat Isner 7-5, 6-4 in the semifinals. That victory did not help Brandon win the trophy: in the final, he went against Cameron Norrie, who was stronger than Nakashima (2-6, 2-6).
In Atlanta, Nakashima did not give such a bright performance as in Mexico. He won almost all of his victories in three sets, only Jordan Thompson was defeated in straight sets (7-5, 7-6). The last opponent of the American tennis player was Emil Ruusuvuori. Brandon beat the representative of Finland with a score of 3-6, 6-4, 6-3.
Isner did not perform so well in Mexico, but in Atlanta, John shows a more interesting and beautiful game. This is not surprising, John traditionally shows good tennis in Atlanta and has won this tournament five times, the last victory was earned in 2018.
Isner's way to the final was not easy. He defeated most of his opponents in three sets. For example, he lost one set to Jeffrey Wolff, Taylor Fritz, and Christopher O'Connell. And only Jack Sock he beat in two sets.
Trends
СтавкаTotal over 2.5 sets
Three sets were played in 3 of Isner's last 4 matches.
Ставка1st set: total over 12.5 games
In 3 of Isner's last 4 matches, at least 12 games were played in the first set.
Tip and bets
Last week, Isner lost to Nakashima, but now John has a chance to get his revenge. First, Brandon is probably a little tired. After all, h has been playing for two weeks in a row. Secondly, the Atlanta Open is a very special tournament for Isner, he always demonstrates excellent play here.
Considering all of the above, we believe that John will be able to win his sixth trophy in Atlanta.
Our prediction - John Isner to win.
Most of the matches of both players at this tournament ended in three sets. We believe that the final won't be an exception. Considering their previous head-to-head match, we suggest betting on the total over 24.5 games.
