LiontipsHurkač - Makhach. Forecast and bets on the match United Cup
Command Analysis
Current form
Hurkacz faced Casper Ruud at the start of the United Cup and lost to him in two sets (5-7, 3-6). Hubert served eight aces in the match against the Norwegian, failed to convert a single break point and lost two games on his serve.
Professional qualities
Hurkacz undoubtedly has one of the best serves on tour. However, the Pole’s weak point is his forehand, which lacks sharpness and power. On the other hand, Hubert is confident with his backhand and moves well around the court, which is unusual for a player of his height, which is 196 cm. He also effectively participates in baseline battles, rarely losing to his opponents in long rallies.
Current indicators in the tour
Hurkacz was once ranked sixth in the world, but is currently ranked 16th. Hubert won the clay court tournament in Estoril last season. It was his eighth ATP title in his career.
Interesting facts for betting
Hurkacz suffered three defeats in a row.
Current form
Makhac lost to Casper Ruud in three sets (6-7, 7-5, 4-6) in the first round of the United Cup group stage. Tomas served seven aces, converted three break points and lost three games on his serve.
Professional qualities
Makhac prefers an attacking style of play, actively intensifying rallies from any position on the court. The Czech feels confident at the net, thanks to his experience in doubles matches, and often uses this element in singles matches. However, in difficult episodes under pressure, he does not always manage to maintain stability. Tomas can maintain a high tempo, but is often the first to make mistakes, especially in matches with stronger opponents.
Current indicators in the tour
Makhach currently occupies his highest position in the world rankings - 25th place. The Czech tennis player can well count the past season as an asset. In 2024, Tomas played in one final - at the tournament in Geneva.
Interesting facts for betting
Makhach losing streak also totals three matches.
Trends
Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Hurkacz last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.34Bet Tie-break in the match - no
This bet has played in 3 of Makhach 5 previous matches
1.89Tip and bets
Hurkacz looked absolutely incoherent in the confrontation with Ruud. The Pole serve did not always work, and the player also did not perform well when hitting from the right. We believe that Hubert current playing condition is not enough to beat Makhach.
Our prediction is Makhach victory with odds of 1.89
Bet on total
The only face-to-face match between the tennis players was played in two sets. However, we expect a fight in the upcoming match. Hurkač is not ready one hundred percent, while Makhach is in optimal shape at the moment. Most likely, the fight in this pair will stretch to three sets.
The second forecast is total over 23 games for odds of 1.88
Bet on the first set
In three of Makhach last five matches, the first set was played with fewer than 9.5 games. We expect the upcoming match against Hurkacz to also start with a "low" first set.
Forecast - total under 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 2.23
