Monte Carlo Masters 2021: Andrey Rublev vs Salvatore Caruso – Preview, Head to Head and Prediction
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Sixth seed Andrey Rublev will take on Italian Qualifier Salvatore Caruso in the second round of the 2021 Monte Carlo Masters.
Match Details
- Tournament: ATP Monte Carlo Masters 1000
- Match: Andrey Rublev vs Salvatore Caruso
- Round: Second Round
- Date: 14th April, 2021
- Prize Money: $21,627
- Venue: Monte Carlo, Monaco
- Surface: Clay Court
Andrey Rublev vs Salvatore Caruso: Preview
This year, Rublev has begun where he left off in 2020. While he is yet to play on clay, the Russian is on a 20-4 win-loss record, having won two titles already – a singles title at the Rotterdam Open and a team victory at the ATP Cup where he won all his singles matches.
The 23-year old has been one of the most promising talents on the tour. He reached the Quarter-Finals at the Roland Garros last year, his joint best grand slam performance.
His opponent, Italian Salvatore Caruso is currently ranked 89th in the world and came through the Qualifiers. He knocked out Australian star Bernard Tomic en route his 2nd round appearance.
Caruso had to expend three hours and seven minutes worth of energy to get past his wild-card opponent, Lucas Catarina needing three sets and two-breakers to edge him out.
Andrey Rublev vs Salvatore Caruso: Head-to-Head
This will be the second meeting between the duo. Rublev leads the H2H 1-0. He won against Caruso last year at the US Open in straight sets,
Andrey Rublev vs Salvatore Caruso: Prediction
Rublev will start as an overwhelming favorite to win the encounter. He is one of the contenders to go deep into the tournament considering his current form.
Caruso was mentally strong to return to his first round match with Lucas Catarina a day later due to rain and win from behind in three sets. However, Rublev may prove to be too much for the Italian. Expect the Russian to win comfortably.
Prediction: Rublev to win in straight sets.
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