LiontipsGoffin vs Dakhworth: Predictions and Betting Tips for the ATP Shanghai Match on October 3, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
Goffin last competed on outdoor hard courts at the end of August during the US Open, where he reached the third round. This year on outdoor hard courts, David has secured 20 wins against 10 losses.
Professional Qualities
Goffin is known as one of the most composed and cool-headed players on tour. He focuses on efficiency rather than spectacle on the court. David is a true strategist, anticipating plays several steps ahead. While his shots lack overwhelming power, his exceptional technique compensates for it.
Current Tour Statistics
Once ranked seventh in the world, Goffin currently sits at 65 in the global rankings. His best performance this season came at the grass challenger in Ilkley, where he clinched the tournament's main trophy, marking the 21st title of his career.
Interesting Betting Facts
In his last ten matches on outdoor hard courts, Goffin has achieved seven victories.
Current Form
Duckworth recently competed at the US Open, where he ended his tournament in the first round, losing to Flavio Cobolli. On hard courts this year, the Australian has recorded 18 wins and 13 losses.
Professional Qualities
Duckworth favors a consistent baseline game, a style he has maintained throughout his career. While he doesn’t regularly compete in major tournaments, he often delivers strong performances on hard courts and has the potential to advance several rounds.
Current Tour Statistics
Currently ranked 72nd in the world, Duckworth reached the finals once this season. He made it to the championship match at the Shenzhen Challenger, where he fell to Lloyd Harris.
Betting Insights
Four of Duckworth's last five matches have been high-scoring affairs.
Trends
Bet Set Efficiency: 1>2
In 3 of the last 5 matches, Goffin's on-court events unfolded in this manner
2.22Bet No Tie-Break in the Match
This bet was successful in 3 of the last 5 matches for Daqtwart
1.38Tip and bets
Goffin showcased solid tennis on North American hard courts, defeating notable players like Shapovalov, Rinderknech, and Tabilo. We believe the Belgian is well-equipped to perform well on the courts of Shanghai.
Our prediction is Goffin to win with a handicap of (-3) games at odds of 1.97
Total Bet
Both players have been out of competitive action for nearly a month, suggesting their current playing conditions are roughly equal. We anticipate that the match between Goffin and Duckworth will be lengthy.
Our second prediction is over 22 games at odds of 1.85
First Set Bet
In three of Duckworth's last five matches, fewer than 9.5 games were played in the first set. It's likely that James' upcoming encounter with Goffin will also feature a "low-scoring" opening set.
Our prediction is under 9.5 games in the first set at odds of 1.98
