LiontipsRublev vs Menshikov - Predictions and Betting Odds for ATP Shanghai Match on October 5, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
Rublev showcased a strong performance at the recent tournament in Beijing, reaching the quarterfinals. Overall, he has achieved 26 wins and suffered 10 losses on outdoor hard courts this season.
Professional Skills
Rublev is a fierce advocate of aggressive tennis. He relies on powerful shots that he effectively employs from any position on the court. His doubles play has enhanced his reflexes and confidence at the net. However, his inconsistency and volatility often hinder his ability to reach his full potential.
Current Tour Stats
Rublev currently holds the sixth rank in the world. During this season, the Russian has claimed two titles, winning on outdoor hard courts in Hong Kong and later capturing the clay Masters title in Madrid. He has amassed a total of 16 ATP titles throughout his career.
Interesting Betting Insights
Rublev will aim to defend his title from last year's finals on the courts of Shanghai.
Current Form
Mensik defeated Pedro Martinez in three sets (6-1, 5-7, 6-4) in the first round of the Masters in Shanghai. Jakub hit 14 aces, converted four break points, and lost two service games against the Spaniard. The Czech player boasts a record of 23 wins and 11 losses on outdoor hard courts this season.
Professional Qualities
Mensik's technical skills are impressive: his powerful first serve and reliable backhand define his game. Jakub's forehand delivers significant power and spin. Despite his evident talent, his youth is a factor as he struggles with consistency in his performance.
Current Tour Statistics
Mensik currently ranks 65th in the world. This season has been promising for the Czech player, with his best result being a finalist appearance at a major tournament in Doha, where he lost to Karen Khachanov in the final match.
Interesting Facts for Betting
Over 22 games has been recorded in 8 out of the last 10 second-round matches in ATP tournaments featuring Mensik.
Trends
Bet Set Performance: 1>2
In 3 of Rublev's last 5 matches, the events unfolded in this manner
2.31Bet No Tiebreak in Match
This bet has been successful in 3 of Menchik's last 5 matches
2.01Tip and bets
Rublev continues to show inconsistency and can lose to anyone. Right now, Andrey isn't in a position for overwhelming victories, which leads us to suggest a bet on Mensik to win with a positive game handicap. This recommendation is backed by the fact that the only previous encounter between the players ended in favor of the Czech.
Our prediction is a Mensik victory with a (+4) game handicap at odds of 1.75
Total Bet
Rublev and Menshik have faced each other this season, with their matchup in Doha showcasing a fierce competition. We anticipate that their upcoming encounter will also be a prolonged battle.
Our second prediction is for over 22 games at odds of 1.85
First Set Bet
In four out of the last five matches, Menshik played fewer than 9.5 games in the first set. We believe that Jakub's upcoming clash against Rublev will also start with a "low-scoring" opening set.
Prediction - under 9.5 games in the first set at odds of 1.99
