ATP Sofia Open 2020 Final: Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction

ATP Sofia Open 2020 Final: Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction
Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil

The World No.44 Jannik Sinner and World No.74 Vasek Pospisil have succeeded to reach the final round of Sofia Open 2020. These players have advanced to the first ATP Tour singles final of their careers.

Match Details:

Fixture: Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil

Date: 14th November 2020

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Tournament: ATP Sofia Open 2020

Venue: Sofia, Bulgaria

Category: ATP 250 Series 

Surface: Indoor Hardcourt

Prize Money: Approx.  €325,615

Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil: Match Preview

Jannik Sinner

Sinner leads the line-up of the rising stars on the ATP tour. The Italian made huge waves when he reached the quarter-finals of the French Open. Additionally, the 19-year-old became the only person after Rafael Nadal to do so on debut. Moreover, he advanced to the semi-finals of Bett1Hulks Championships. The youngster defeated the fifth seed Adrian Mannarino  6-3, 7-5 in the semi-final in Sofia.

Earlier in this season, Pospisil reached the final of Open Sud De France. The Canadian also advanced to the quarter-final of Open 13. Further, the 30-year-old got to the round of 16 at the U.S Open. Unseeded Pospisil downed Richard Gasquet 6-7(8), 6-2, 6-0  in the semi-final yesterday. He will battle in the first ATP final of his career later today.

Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil: Head-to-Head

Vasek Pospisil

The duo of Sinner and Pospisil has never clashed before in their careers. As of today, their head-to-head record stands at 0-0.

Today will mark the pair’s first meeting. Hence, along with the title, one of the two will come out with a lead over the other after the conclusion of this match.

Jannik Sinner vs Vasek Pospisil: Match Prediction

Jannik Sinner

While Pospisil has been around the block for years, he hadn’t reached the last stage of an ATP event. However, the Canadian has put on display a masterclass to get himself in a favourable position. Even though such is the case, Sinner is the favourite heading into today’s battle. This youngster’s playing style and mindset are greatly lauded. He is likely to lift his first ATP title later today.

Match Prediction: Sinner emerges victorious in 3 sets.

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