LiontipsStricker vs Rune. Prediction and bets on the ATP Basel match
Command Analysis
Current form
Stricker was stronger than Tallon Griekspoor in the first round of the competition in Basel, beating him in two sets (6-4, 6-4). Dominik served 14 aces during the match, converted two break points and did not lose a single game on his serve. The Swiss has four wins in six matches indoors this season.
Professional qualities
Stricker is well-adapted to a variety of playing conditions, being able to attack and defend. However, his preferred style is an aggressive game, which is not surprising given the powerful serve and strong forehand that the Swiss uses to maximum effect indoors. He often resorts to serve-and-volley tactics, which makes him especially dangerous on fast surfaces.
Current indicators in the tour
Due to a back injury, Stricker has missed quite a few tournaments this season, which is why he is currently ranked 258th in the world. His results include reaching the quarterfinals at the outdoor hard court tournament in Grodzisk Mazowieckie and reaching the quarterfinals at the recent indoor tournament in Stockholm.
Interesting facts for betting
Stricker defends last year quarter-final on the courts of Basel.
Current form
Rune defeated Nicolas Jarry (6-4, 7-6) in the first round of the competition in Basel. Holger served nine aces, converted one break point and did not lose a single game on his serve in the match against the Chilean. For the Dane, this was the fourth victory indoors this season after three defeats.
Professional qualities
Rune is one of the most talented representatives of the new generation. He is very well prepared physically and has excellent technique, which allows him to confidently dictate the terms on the court. The Dane is not afraid to take the initiative, hitting powerful shots from the baseline and does not shake in key moments, which helps him win important points.
Current indicators in the tour
Rune has played in only one final this season. At the beginning of the year, he reached the final of the tournament in Brisbane, where he lost to Grigor Dimitrov. The Dane is currently ranked 14th in the world, although he was once the fourth racket in the world.
Interesting facts for betting
Rune defends last year semi-final in Basel.
Trends
Rate Set Result: 2>1
In 3 of Stricker last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.37Bet Tie-break in the match - no
This bet has played in five previous matches of Rune
2.28Tip and bets
Bookmakers give the status of the favorite of the match to Rune. However, Stricker should definitely not be written off. The attacking and aggressive style of the Swiss is ideal for indoor coverage. We believe that Dominik will create problems for the Dane in this confrontation.
Our prediction is a victory for Stricker with a handicap of (+3) games at odds of 1.91
Bet on total
The only face-to-face meeting between the tennis players was played in three sets. We expect that the upcoming match between Stricker and Rune will also be a "top" one.
The second forecast is total over 23 games for odds of 1.84
Bet on the first set
Four of Rune last five matches have seen more than 9.5 games in the first set. Holger upcoming encounter with Stricker is also likely to start with a top-heavy first set.
Forecast - total over 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.62
