Australian Open 2021: Rafael Nadal vs Laslo Dere – Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction
Rafael Nadal will face Laslo Dere in the first round of the Australian Open 2021. The Spanish superstar will be the overwhelming favourite against the little known Serbian, who has never gone past the 1st round of the Australian Open in three previous attempts. In contrast, Nadal is a past champion in this tournament, and has made it to the Finals on four other occasions.
Match Details:
- Fixture: Rafael Nadal vs Laslo Dere
- Date: 9 February 2021
- Tournament: Australian Open 2021
- Round: 1st Round
- Venue: Melbourne, Australia
- Surface: Outdoor hardcourt
- Prize Money: $ 60,239 (USD)
Rafael Nadal vs Laslo Dere : Preview
Nadal withdrew from the ATP Cup tie against Greece citing back stiffness. Since then though the news coming out of his camp hasn’t been that discouraging. With a comparatively easy draw, Nadal is expected to make steady progress and go deep into the tournament. Laslo Dere is relatively unknown on the big stage, but he has to his credit a few top 10 scalps, like Dominic Thiem, Daniil Medvedev etc. Which means, on his day he can play a good match.
Rafael Nadal vs Laslo Dere: Head-to-Head
The two haven’t met on the ATP circuit yet, so the record stands at 0-0.
Rafael Nadal vs Laslo Dere: Prediction
A fit Nadal will not give Dere a sniff. But, if he is half fit and Dere plays as well as he has shown he can, in certain matches, he might be able to pull off an upset. But even the most ardent of Dere supporters know that that’s an idea too far fetched. Nadal will win this.
Match Prediction: Nadal to win in straight sets.
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