LiontipsMickelsen vs Hurkacz. Prediction and bets on the ATP Paris match
Command Analysis
Current form
Mickelsen has been playing consistently throughout the season, but his recent tournaments have been marred by a series of defeats. It is worth noting that all of his opponents were very serious: Novak Djokovic, Tomas Machac and Marcos Giron. The recent tournament in Vienna ended for Alex after the first round. The American has one win in three games indoors this season.
Professional qualities
Mickelsen is a typical representative of the American tennis school, building his game on a powerful serve and aggressive shots. His height allows him to count on a strong first serve, although his percentage of hits leaves much to be desired. In the future, with experience, he will probably become more consistent in serving. He has a sharp forehand in his arsenal, on which most of his attacking actions are built.
Current indicators in the tour
Mickelsen is trophyless this season, but has two finals under his belt. He reached the final this year on grass in Newport and played in the decider on outdoor hard court in Winston-Salem. The 20-year-old American is currently ranked 44th in the world.
Interesting facts for betting
Mickelsen last five matches have gone straight sets.
Current form
After the US, Hurkacz faced a number of physical problems that prevented him from getting into top shape. Knee and calf muscle injuries forced the Pole to miss most of the tournaments, with the only exception being the competition in Tokyo, where he was able to win only one. On indoor hard courts this season, the Pole has three wins and two losses.
Professional qualities
Hurkacz is one of the best serve players on the men tour today. With each season, Hubert tries to diversify his game, adding elements that are useful on different surfaces, and in recent years he has even improved his results on clay. The Pole holds his own in long rallies, relying especially on a stable backhand.
Current indicators in the tour
Hurkacz is a former world No. 6. However, the Pole is currently ranked No. 14 in the world. This season, the Pole has one trophy to his name - he won the clay court tournament in Estoril in August.
Interesting facts for betting
Gurkač will have to defend last year quarterfinal on the courts of Paris.
Trends
Bet Tie-break in the match - yes
This bet has played in 3 of Hurkacz 5 previous matches
1.66Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Mickelsen last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.39Tip and bets
Hurkacz missed a month due to a calf injury. It is not particularly clear what playing condition the Pole is in now. We do not think that he will start showing his best game right away. Therefore, the best option in this confrontation would be to choose a victory for Mickelsen.
Our prediction is Mickelsen victory with odds of 2.21
Bet on total
Both tennis players have good first serves. We believe that their upcoming match will be drawn out and will most likely be played in three sets.
The second forecast is total over 23 games for odds of 1.78
Bet on the first set
Three of Hurkacz last five matches have seen the first set go over 9.5 games. We expect Hubert upcoming match against Mickelsen to also start with a top-heavy first set.
Forecast - total over 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.58
