LiontipsFritz vs Monfils. Australian Open match prediction and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Fritz defeated Christian Garin (6-2, 6-1, 6-0) in the second round of the Australian Open. During the match, the American served eight aces, converted seven break points and did not lose a single game on his serve. In the first round, we recall, Taylor beat Jason Brooksby.
Professional qualities
Fritz is a player who is more focused on attack than defense. His defensive skills are often criticized, as he has a hard time reacting to difficult balls and closing the corners of the court. This can make him look heavy in his movements. However, Taylor has powerful attacking assets: his forehand is varied and his backhand is stable and accurate, allowing him to successfully dominate rallies.
Current indicators in the tour
Fritz has won 14 trophies in his career, eight of which are ATP titles. Last year, Taylor won the open hard court in Delray Beach and the grass court in Eastbourne. The American is currently ranked fourth in the world.
Interesting facts for betting
Fritz, let us recall, was last year quarterfinalist at the Australian Open.
Current form
Monfils advanced to the third round of the Australian Open thanks to a victory over Daniel Altmaier (7-5, 6-3, 7-6). In the confrontation with the German, Gael served 12 aces, converted five break points and lost three games on his serve. In the first round, we recall, the Frenchman beat Giovanni Mpeshi.
Professional qualities
Monfils is a tennis player whose style of play combines a powerful serve, an aggressive forehand and a stable backhand. In the best years of his career, Gael was famous for his outstanding defensive skills, surprising fans with his fantastic saves. However, with age, his defensive game has become more difficult for him. Nevertheless, the Frenchman continues to show a high level of play, using his experience and a diverse arsenal of shots.
Current indicators in the tour
Monfils has already won one tournament this season - he won the open hard court in Auckland. For the Frenchman, it was the 20th title in his career and the 13th ATP category. In the world rankings, the former sixth racket of the world is currently in 41st place.
Interesting facts for betting
Monfils' winning streak stands at seven matches.
Trends
Rate Set Result: 1>2
In 3 of Fritz last 5 matches, events on the court have unfolded according to this scenario
2.29Bet Tie-break in the match - yes
This bet has paid off in 3 of Monfils last 5 matches
1.44Tip and bets
Despite all of Monfils' charisma and experience, age and physical strain are beginning to take their toll on his game. The French tennis player is finding it increasingly difficult to compete with top-level players as the years go by, especially in long rallies. Fritz, who is in excellent shape and demonstrating a consistent game, could well take advantage of Gael vulnerability and beat him in three sets.
Our prediction is Fritz victory with a handicap of (-6) games at odds of 1.94
Bet on total
Fritz is showing incredible readiness for the Australian major. In the two opening matches, he did not lose a single serve. We believe that Taylor will also have a confident fight against Monfils.
The second betting tip is total under 36 games with odds of 1.91
Bet on the first set
Three of Monfils' last five matches have seen the first set go to more than 9.5 games, and the upcoming encounter against Fritz will likely start with a top first set as well.
Betting Tip - total over 9.5 games in the first set for odds of 1.64
