After a thrilling comeback against Jan-Lennard Struff at the Cincinnati Open, Stefanos Tsitsipas now faces Jack Draper.
Tsitsipas has been having a tough time on the ATP Tour. He’s not only struggling with his form but also adjusting to playing without his dad as coach.
For the first time ever, he’s competing without his father by his side. But he managed well in his first match at Cincinnati Open.
Both players had tough matches to get here. Tsitsipas turned around what seemed like a lost cause, while Draper needed three sets to beat Jaume Munar. This next game will be challenging for Draper, although he did well against Tsitsipas last time.
| Name | Age | Points | Stats 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| gr Stefanos Tsitsipas | 26 | 3,740 | 28 - 10 |
Head-to-head:
They’ve met just once before in Montreal 2022, where Draper won 7-5, 7-6(4). The courts in Cincinnati are similar but even faster than Montreal’s. While both can play well on fast surfaces, Draper seems more comfortable on them compared to Tsitsipas.
Cincinnati’s fast court might favor Tsitsipas’ serve, which helped him reach the finals here in 2022. The match will likely hinge on who serves better since both players can dominate with their serves under pressure.
Fans might think this is going to be an intense showdown!
In longer rallies, Draper’s power from both sides gives him an edge over Tsitsipas. However, Tsitsipas’ stable forehand could balance things out. This close matchup probably won’t see many breaks of serve.
Prediction:
Draper’s struggle against Munar should give confidence to Tsitsipas because if Munar found chances, so can he. Simplicity might be key for Tsitsipas; if he sticks to his game plan and doesn’t overcomplicate things, victory is within reach.
Tennis is simple sometimes: play your best and you win. Despite Draper’s recent unimpressive form, he’s always a threat on these courts.
Prediction: Stefanos Tsitsipas to win in three sets.
What do you think? Who will come out victorious?