LiontipsRafael Nadal vs Emil Ruusuvuori. Prediction and Betting Tips for ATP Melbourne (January 8, 2022).
Command Analysis
Rafael Nadal has easily reached the semi-finals of the current tournament in Melbourne. His quarter-final match was a walkover since Tallon Griekspoor had to withdraw due to health problems. In the round of 16, Rafa cruised to victory over Ricardas Berankis (6-2, 7-5). However, we must mention that Nadal yet isn't on top form and is lacking a bit of consistency.
Emil Ruusuvuori is currently in great shape. He already won three matches in Melbourne - first, Ruusuvuori crushed Sebastian Baez (7-6, 6-1), then prevailed over Jordan Thompson in three sets (7-6, 5-7, 6-3) and beat Alex Molchan (6-2, 6-1). In total, the Finnish tennis player hit 13 aces and reached 10 break-points at the current tournament.
Trends
СтавкаTie-break - yes
Nadal played 2 tie-breaks in his last 5 matches.
Ставка1st set: total over 9.5
Ruusuvuori played more than 9 games in the first set in 3 of his last 5 matches.
Tip and bets
Ruusuvuori lacks the necessary experience to defeat such opponent as Nadal. If the Finnish player is lucky, Nadal will make mistakes and create problems for himself, but otherwise, Ruusuvuori has almost no chance against the eminent Spaniard. Rafa might not be on top form, but he should win here.
Our prediction - total under 22 games
Nadal is gaining momentum before the Australian Open, his foot injury is no longer a worry, and we expect the Spaniard to get a confident victory in the upcoming match.
Second wager - handicap (-4) to Nadal
