US Open 2021: Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas Preview, Head to Head, Prediction and Live stream

In a blockbuster opening round clash, 3-time grand slam champion Andy Murray will be up against World No.3 Stefanos Tsitsipas at the 2021 US Open.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Match Details

• Tournament: US Open 2021
• Match: Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas
• Round: First Round
• Date: August 30, 2021
• Prize money: $75,000
• Venue: New York, USA
• Surface: Outdoor Hardcourt

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Preview

2012 US Open champion Andy Murray will begin his 2021 campaign against third seed Stefanos Tsitsipas. Murray, who has been struggling with injury since the last 3 years is on his way to get back at the top. He is currently ranked outside the top 100 but is slowly climbing up the ranks.

He reached the third round of Wimbledon 2021 where he beat the likes of Nikoloz Basilashvili and Oscar Otte before losing to Denis Shapovalov. He then reached the second round at both Cincinnati and Winston-Salem Open.

As for his opponent, Stefanos Tsitsipas, he has been in the form of his life and has also reached a career high ranking of No.3. He was just a set away from winning the French Open and has also done well at the North American swing- reaching the semifinals at both Toronto and Cincinnati.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Head-to-Head

This will be the first meeting between the duo. They haven’t yet met on tour and hence their H2H stands deadlock at 0-0.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Prediction

This is probably the most thrilling and hyped first round match of the 2021 US Open. Slowly and steadily Murray is eyeing to create an impact on tour while Tsitsipas is already a favorite to go deep in the tournament. The Greek will go in as the favorite to win the match but given Murray’s gameplay and experience, he will have the backing of the New York crowd. Expect Murray to pull out a set off Tsitsipas but the third seed eventually winning the match.

Prediction: Tsitsipas to win in 4 sets.

Andy Murray vs Stefanos Tsitsipas: Live Streaming & Where to Watch

• Japan : TBD
• Delhi: TBD
• New York: TBD
• Melbourne: TBD

Also read: US Open 2021: Schedule, Live Streaming, When, Where, and How to Watch

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