LiontipsRublev vs Zverev. Prediction and Betting Tips for ATP Cincinnati (August 22, 2021).
Command Analysis
Rublev has been unconvincing in Cincinnati, and him reaching the final surprised many tennis fans. But he has fought his way to the final with loads of dedication, eliminating Marin Cilic (5-7, 6-3, 6-1), Gael Monfils (7-6, 7-6), and Benoit Paire (6-2, 3-6, 6-3). In the semifinal match on Saturday, Rublev defeated Daniil Medvedev for the first time in his career (2-6, 6-3, 6-3).
Before Cincinnati,Zverevappeared at the Tokyo Olympics, where he won the gold medal. The German player is currently on a 10-match winning streak. His campaign in Cincinnati was impressive and confident, and only the semifinal match against Tsitsipas was a tough challenge for Zverev. In the third set, Zverev was losing 1-4, but he made a comeback and won on a tie-break (6-4, 3-6, 7-6). Earlier in the competition, Zverev defeated Lloyd Harris (7-6, 6-2), Guido Pella (6-2, 6-3), and Casper Ruud (6-1, 6-3).
Trends
СтавкаTie-break - yes
Zverev played 2 tie-breaks in 5 matches.
Ставка1st set: total over 9.5
In 3 of Rublev's last 5 matches, more than 9.5 games were played in the first set.
Tip and bets
Zverev is a clear favourite. He leads the head-to-head (4-1) and physically looks better than Rublev. We bet on the victory of the German tennis player.
Our prediction - handicap (-3) to Zverev.
Zverev had a more consistent performance in Cincinnati than Rublev. All head-to-head matches between these tennis players on hard didn't lastlong, and we expect a similar scenario today.
Second wager - total under 22 games.
