LiontipsFabio Fognini vs Rafael Nadal. Prediction and Betting Tips for ATP US Open (September 1, 2022).
Command Analysis
Fabio Fognini defeated Aslan Karatsev in the first round of the current US Open. He needed five sets to overcome the Russian athlete (1-6, 5-7, 6-4, 6-1, 6-4). In general, Fognini isn't having a great tour. He only can boast of some good results at clay-court tournaments, for example, in February, he reached the semifinals in Rio de Janeiro, and in April - the semifinals of the Serbia Open.
Rafael Nadal has won the US Open four times in his career. He started his current campaign with a four-set victory over the young Australian player Rinky Hijikata (4-6, 6-2, 6-3, 6-3). Before the start of the New York major, the eminent Spaniard made a first-round exit at the Cincinnati Masters consequent to his defeat to Borna Coric.
Trends
СтавкаTie-break - yes
Fognini played 2 tie-breaks in his last 5 matches.
Ставка1st set: total over 9.5 games
More than 9 games were played in the first set in 3 of Nadal's last 5 matches.
Tip and bets
Nadal was off to a rough start in New York, mostly because he didn't have enough practice before the start of the major. However, we expect him to pick up form and deliver his usual excellent performance. Fognini shouldn't be a problem for the Spaniard.
Our prediction - handicap (-8) to Nadal
Last time Fognini and Nadal played against each other at the 2021 Australian Open. Back then, Nadal won in three sets. We predict a similar result in the upcoming match and suggest taking the under.
Second bet - total under 30 games
