LiontipsCoric vs Hijikata. Prediction and bets on the ATP match Winston-Salem
Command Analysis
Current form
In the second round of the tournament in Winston-Salem, Coric defeated Sebastian Baez (6-3, 6-4). In the match against the Argentine, Borna served seven aces, converted three break points and lost one game on his serve. For the Croatian, this was the seventh victory on open hard courts this season with eight losses. In the first round, Coric beat Sumit Nagal.
Professional qualities
Coric is a tenacious player who thrives in long rallies. Slow courts are ideal for the Croatian's playing style, where he can use his serve and powerful shots from both sides to maximum effect.
Current indicators in the tour
Coric was once in the top 20 of the world rankings, but is now in 12th place. This season, we recall, Borna has played two finals - in Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve and Montpellier. During his career, the Croatian has won 12 trophies, three of which are ATP category.
Interesting facts for betting
Coric is motivated to defend his semifinal finish last year as he enters the tournament in Winston-Salem.
Current form
Hijikata beat Arthur Cazeau (4-6, 6-3, 7-6) in the second round of the tournament in Winston-Salem. Rinki hit two aces, converted five break points and lost four games on his serve in the match against the Frenchman. For the Australian representative, this was his 14th victory on open hard courts this season, with 14 losses.
Professional qualities
Hijikata feels comfortable on fast hard courts. Slower surfaces cause discomfort for the Australian, as Rinki does not have much power in his forehand and backhand.
Current indicators in the tour
Hijikata is currently ranked at his highest position in the world - 65th place. Rinka has no trophies this season. Of the more or less acceptable results, there are quarterfinals played in Brisbane, Delray Beach and Acapulco. The Australian, we recall, has won nine trophies in his career.
Interesting facts for betting
Four of Hijikata's last five matches have gone to straight sets.
Trends
Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Coric's last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.28Bet Tie-break in the match - yes
This bet has played in 3 of Hijikata's previous 5 matches
2.41Tip and bets
Coric feels good on the courts of Winston-Salem. He won both his matches with a comfortable score in two sets. We believe that the Croatian will be able to get past Hijikata - last season he beat the Australian on the local courts in the second round.
Our prediction is Coric's victory with a handicap of (-3) games at odds of 1.88
Bet on total
The only face-to-face encounter between the tennis players was played last season and ended in two sets. Most likely, the next face-to-face match between Coric and Hijikata will also be played in two sets.
The second betting tip is total under 22 games for odds of 1.97
Bet on the first set
Four of Hijikata's last five matches have seen the first set go to fewer than 9.5 games. We expect Rinka's upcoming match against Coric to also start with a low-scoring first set.
Betting Tip - total under 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 2.19
