LiontipsDimitrov vs Rinderknech. Prediction and bets on the ATP Paris match
Command Analysis
Current form
Dimitrov defeated Thomas Etcheverry in the second round of the Masters in Paris (6-7, 6-3, 7-5). Grigor served ten aces, converted three break points and did not lose a single game on his serve during the match against the Argentine. For the Bulgarian, this was his 12th indoor victory this season, with four losses.
Professional qualities
Dimitrov is a versatile attacking tennis player with a powerful first serve and a well-placed forehand. Grigor playing style is ideal for indoor surfaces. And we can't forget about the Bulgarian one-handed backhand, which is both effective and the most spectacular shot in his arsenal.
Current indicators in the tour
Dimitrov is a former world number three. He is currently ranked ninth in the world. The Bulgarian tennis player has won one trophy this season. He played successfully at the tournament in Brisbane, where Grigor beat Holger Rune in the final.
Interesting facts for betting
Last year, Dimitrov played in the final on the courts of Paris.
Current form
Rinderknech beat Alex Mickelsen in two tie-breaks and advanced to the third round of the competition in Paris. In the first round, as a reminder, Artur beat Tomas Machac by refusal. On indoor hard courts, the Frenchman has 12 wins and six losses this season.
Professional qualities
Rinderknech relies on a powerful first serve as his main weapon. If he can consistently serve the first ball, this significantly increases his chances of success, including in tie-breaks on fast courts. However, as soon as problems with putting the ball into play arise, it becomes difficult for Artur to compete with more varied and agile opponents.
Current indicators in the tour
Rinderknech won the Lille Challenger this year. It was his 11th career title. The Frenchman is currently outside the top 50 in the world rankings, at 60th place.
Interesting facts for betting
Rinderknech last eight matches have ended in straight sets.
Trends
Bet Tie-break in the match - yes
This bet has played in 3 of Rinderknech 5 previous matches
1.81Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Dimitrov last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.37Tip and bets
Dimitrov has two dry victories over Rinderknech in his career. However, we do not think that the upcoming match will be easy for the Bulgarian tennis player. Artur is in good shape, as evidenced by his recent victories over Makhac and Michelsen. We believe that the Frenchman will be able to put up a fight with Grigor on home courts.
Our forecast is Rinderknech victory with a handicap of (+4) games at odds of 1.83
Bet on total
The tennis players have met twice before in their careers, and both matches were played in two sets. However, in the upcoming match we expect a fight that will most likely stretch over three sets.
The second forecast is total over 22 games for odds of 1.75
Bet on the first set
Three of Rinderknech last five matches have seen the first set go over 9.5 games. It likely that Artur upcoming match against Dimitrov will also start with a top-heavy first set.
Forecast - total over 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.61
