Paris Masters 2021: Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz Preview, Head to head, Prediction and Live Stream

World No.1 Novak Djokovic will take on World No.26 Taylor Fritz in the quarterfinals of the Paris Masters on November 5 2021.

Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz: Match Details

• Tournament: Paris Masters 2021
• Match: Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz
• Round: Quarterfinal
• Prize Money: $69,366
• Date: November 5, 2021
• Venue: Paris, France
• Surface: Indoor Hard Court

Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz: Preview

The World No.1 is playing his first competitive tournament after losing in the finals of the 2021 US Open. Therefore, his rustiness in match play was evident in the opening round against Marton Fucsovics. Although Djokovic came through in three sets, the walkover in the previous round against Frenchman, Gael Monfils also didn’t come at the right time for the Serb. Sure, the top seed has won the Paris Masters five times in his career, and will be comfortable under the roof and the surface. However, he is likely to be tested in the quarterfinals.

On the other hand, Fritz has been playing some inspired tennis lately on the hard courts. After reaching the semifinals at the BNP Paribas Open, the American also managed a runner-up finish at the recently concluded St. Petersburg Open. Coming into this match, the 24-year-old has already beaten the likes of inform players Cameron Norrie and Andrey Rublev in the earlier rounds. He also came through the opening round against Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego. Moreover, the indoor surface at Bercy appears to be suiting Fritz’s style of play. Given his recent run and momentum, he could be the biggest threat in the final few days of the tournament.

Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz: Head to Head

These two players have met four times on the ATP tour with Djokovic leading Fritz 4-0. The Serb beat the American on the clay courts of Rome earlier in the year.

Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz: Prediction

Although the Serb will take the court as the overwhelming favourite, he will be aware of the threat that Fritz will bring into this match. That said, it is also important for the American to start the match on a positive note. Going by the recent form, conditions and match play, this quarterfinal clash has all the makings of a classic, three-setter. While the 24-year-old Fritz has the game to pull off an upset, one cannot bet against the five-time champion squeezing out a narrow win.

Match Prediction: Novak Djokovic should win in three sets.

Novak Djokovic vs Taylor Fritz: Broadcast and Live Stream details

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