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Alcaraz vs Monfils: ATP Shanghai Match Prediction
Alcaraz and Monfils will face off on October 9 in the fourth round of the Shanghai tournament. Alcaraz, in outstanding form, is clearly the favorite against Monfils. While the Frenchman has shown decent play in Shanghai, his age and recent performance raise concerns. Can Carlos, motivated to avenge his loss in Cincinnati, overcome Gael with ease? The match analysis and betting insights are available in our prediction.
Command Analysis
Carlos Alcaraz
SpainCurrent Form
Alcaraz defeated Yibin Wu with a score of 7-6, 6-3 in the third round of the Shanghai Masters. In this match against the Chinese player, Carlos served 11 aces, converted one break point, and did not lose a single game on his serve. This season, he boasts a record of 21 wins and four losses on outdoor hard courts.
Professional Attributes
Alcaraz is a tornado on the court. His playing style is an explosive mix of aggressive attacks, powerful shots, and clever tactical maneuvers. The Spaniard possesses incredible physical fitness and the ability to change the rhythm of the match, making him a formidable opponent. His drop shots have become his trademark, while his exceptional return game is among the best on tour.
Current Tour Statistics
Alcaraz continues his triumphant run across tennis courts. His two Grand Slam titles at Roland Garros and Wimbledon stand out as his most impressive achievements this season. Additionally, he has secured victories at prestigious Masters events in Indian Wells and Beijing. The Spaniard displays remarkable consistency and versatility, currently holding the second position in the world rankings.
Interesting Betting Insights
Nine out of Alcaraz's last ten matches concluded in straight sets.
Gael Monfils
FranceCurrent Form
Monfils faced Hugo Humbert in the third round of the Shanghai Masters, winning with a score of 7-6, 2-6, 6-1. During the match, Gael recorded ten aces, converted three break points, and lost three games on his serve. This victory marked Monfils' 15th win on outdoor hard courts this season against ten losses.
Professional Qualities
Monfils is a true leader in French tennis, inspiring the younger generation with his professionalism and passion for the game. The French player continues to prove that age is no barrier to achieving high results. His experience and ability to remain calm under pressure make him a role model.
Current Tour Performances
Monfils continues to showcase a high level of play this season, securing impressive victories against strong opponents like Baez, Dzumhur, and Humbert. His performance in Doha, where he reached the semifinals, was particularly noteworthy. At 38 years old, Gael remains competitive, currently ranked 46th in the world.
Interesting Betting Facts
Six of Monfils' last eight matches have been "over" results.
Trends
Bet No tiebreak in match
This bet has been successful in 3 of Monfils' last 5 matches
1.44Bet Sets outcome: 1>2
In 3 of Alcaraz's last 5 matches, this scenario occurred
2.18Tip and bets
There are few doubts about Alcaraz's victory. Monfils has performed well on the courts in Shanghai, but his current form is just not enough to secure a win against Carlos. Additionally, the Spaniard has strong motivation to seek revenge for his loss in Cincinnati earlier this year.
Our prediction is an Alcaraz win with a handicap of (-5) games at odds of 1.76
Total Bet
This match is unlikely to drag on. Alcaraz probably remembers his defeat to Monfils at the Cincinnati courts this season. It is expected that Carlos will aim to finish the upcoming clash against the French player as swiftly as possible.
Our second prediction is a total of under 22 games at odds of 1.84
First Set Bet
In three of Monfils' last five matches, over 9.5 games were played in the first set. We believe that the upcoming encounter between Gael and Alcaraz will also kick off with a high-scoring first set.
Our prediction is a total of over 9.5 games in the first set at odds of 1.78
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