LiontipsRichard Gasquet vs Rafael Nadal. Prediction and Betting Tips for ATP US Open (September 3, 2022).
Command Analysis
Richard Gasquet is 36 years old, but he is in great form. He beat young and fast Taro Daniel (6-4, 6-7, 6-2, 6-2) and Miomir Kecmanovic (6-2, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4) to reach the third round of the US Open. Before the start of the Major, he looked great in Winston-Salem, where he reached the quarterfinals. Gasquet's best result in New York is the 2013 semifinals.
Rafael Nadal dropped a set in both of his matches here. In the first round, the Spaniard overcame Rinky Hijikata (4-6, 6-2, 6-3, 6-3), and after that, he prevailed over Fabio Fognini (2-6, 6-4, 6-2, 6-1). This season, Nadal has won four trophies - the tournaments in Melbourne and Acapulco, and also the two majors. Can he achieve the Grand Slam?
Trends
СтавкаTie-break - yes
Gasquet played 4 tie-breaks in his last 5 matches.
Ставка1st set: total over 9.5 games
In 3 of Nadal's last 5 matches, more than 9 games were played in the first set.
Tip and bets
Gasquet is a comfortable opponent for Nadal, who has defeated the Frenchman 17 times and lost only twice. We expect Nadal to dominate this match and win in straight sets.
Our prediction - handicap (-8) to Nadal
The last 13 meetings between the opponents were short. We predict that this match will be a short one, too - Nadal should cruise to his 18th victory over Gasquet. Take the under.
Second bet - total under 31 games
