LiontipsWawrinka vs Shelton. ATP Basel Match Prediction and Bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Wawrinka broke the resistance of Adrian Mannarino (6-3, 3-6, 7-6) in the first round of the competition in Basel. Stan made 13 aces in the confrontation with the Frenchman, realized three break points and lost two games on his serve. For the Swiss, this was the fourth victory indoors this season with one defeat.
Professional qualities
Wawrinka, despite his age, still adheres to an attacking style of play, which is quite logical, because this approach requires less movement around the court compared to a defensive game. The main goal is to have more winners than unforced errors. His one-handed backhand has long been a calling card and is known to every tennis fan.
Current indicators in the tour
Wawrinka has been in full swing towards the end of the season. Last week, Stan showed his best result this year - he reached the semifinals at an indoor tournament in Stockholm. Let us recall that the Swiss is currently ranked 169th in the world, although he was once the world third racket.
Interesting facts for betting
Wawrinka has won 4 of his last 6 matches.
Current form
In the first round of the tournament in Basel, Shelton was stronger than Thomas Etcheverry (6-3, 6-4). During the match, Ben served eight aces, converted two break points and did not lose a single game on his serve. For the American, this was the fourth victory on indoor hard courts this season with two losses.
Professional qualities
Shelton, like many of his compatriots, has problems with returning serve, and often makes double faults, trying to serve powerfully and accurately. However, it is a strong first serve that allows him to remain at the level of top players. Ben is also well prepared in technical terms: he knows how to go to the net and successfully finish rallies.
Current indicators in the tour
Shelton is having a great season. He has a positive balance of wins and losses - 38 to 23. This year, let us recall, Ben added his second ATP title to his collection - he won the clay court competition in Houston. In the world ranking, the American is currently in 23rd place.
Interesting facts for betting
Shelton last four matches have gone to straight sets.
Trends
Bet Tie-break in the match - no
This bet has paid off in 3 of Shelton last 5 matches.
2.45Rate Set Result: 2>1
In 3 of Wawrinka last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.44Tip and bets
Wawrinka is certainly having a brilliant stretch this season. Last week, we recall, he reached the semifinals at the tournament in Stockholm. It will be extremely difficult for him to achieve the same success in Basel. His upcoming opponent, Shelton, is in excellent form. It is unlikely that the aged Swiss will withstand the pressure of the American powerful attacks.
Our prediction is Shelton victory with a handicap of (-3) games at odds of 2.13
Bet on total
Shelton is a clear favorite in this match. We believe that the match will be under his control and he will be able to beat the older Wawrinka in two quick sets.
The second forecast is total under 24 games with odds of 1.85
Bet on the first set
Three of Shelton last five matches have seen the first set go to fewer than 9.5 games. We expect Ben upcoming matchup with Wawrinka to also start with a low first set.
Forecast - total under 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.89
