Rome Masters 2021 : Denis Shapovalov vs Casper Ruud – Preview, Head to Head and Prediction for Italian Open
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Denis Shapovalov vs Casper Ruud
In the opening round clash at the ATP Rome Masters 2021, World No. 14 and the 13th seed Denis Shapovalov will take on World No. 22 Casper Ruud.
Match Details
- Tournament: ATP Rome Masters 1000
- Match: Denis Shapovalov vs Casper Ruud
- Round: First Round
- Date: 10th May, 2021
- Prize Money: € 12,000
- Venue: Rome, Italy
- Surface: Clay Court
Denis Shapovalov vs Casper Ruud : Preview
Denis Shapovalov has been consistent this season but is yet to reach a final this year. His best run came at the Dubai Open 2021 where he made it till the semi-finals. He comes to Rome from Estoril Open where he was knocked out in the R16 match against Corentin Moutet who was then ranked World No. 73, 59 places below Denis.
Casper Ruud has been in great form this year but is yet to win a title this year. He has made 2 semi-final appearances and is currently at the Madrid Open 2021 where he will play his 3rd semi-final of the year. He will travel to Rome post the Madrid Open is concluded.
Denis Shapovalov vs Casper Ruud : Head to Head
This will be the first ever meeting between the duo, hence the head-to-head stands at 0-0.
Denis Shapovalov vs Casper Ruud : Prediction
The tie between the 22-year olds looks to swing either ways as both have been playing some excellent tennis this season. However, their form on clay has been contrasting since the start of last year, with Shapovalov being 7-5 on Clay and Ruud being 28-9. Denis is 2-3 in 2021 and Casper is 11-3 which gives the Norwegian a slight edge.
Prediction: Casper Ruud to win in 3-sets.
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