Japan Open 2023: Shintaro Mochizuki vs Aslan Karatsev Live Stream, Match Timings, Prediction and Preview
Shintaro Mochizuki is all set to face Aslan Karatsev in the semi-finals of the Japan Open.
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Shintaro Mochizuki will face Aslan Karatsev in the semi-finals of the Japan Open 2023 in Tokyo. While Mochizuki is coming off a hard-fought win over Alexei Popyrin, Karatsev eased past Alex de Minaur in straight sets in the previous round.
Shintaro Mochizuki vs Aslan Karatsev Match Details:
- Tournament: ATP Japan Open 2023
- Match: Shintaro Mochizuki vs Aslan Karatsev
- Date: 21st October, 2023
- Time: 12:30 PM (IST)
- Venue: Ariake Coliseum, Ariake Tennis Forest Park, Tokyo, Japan
- Round: Semi-finals
- Surface: Hard Court
- Prize Money: $29,455
Shintaro Mochizuki vs Aslan Karatsev Match Preview:
Home player, Shintaro Mochizuki is having a dream run at the Japan Open so far. Entering the tournament through a wild card entry, the Japanese has since then defeated the defending Champion, Taylor Fritz in a 3-set thriller to cause a major upset. He also defeated Alexei Popyrin in a similar manner to enter the semi-finals of the Japan Open.
Aslan Karatsev on the other hand, has also created quite a few upsets coming to the semi-final stage of the tournament. He defeated American Frances Tiafoe in straight sets, before prevailing victorious over Alex de Minaur as well. He is the only player in his draw to not have lost a set yet coming so far in this competition.
Shintaro Mochizuki vs Aslan Karatsev Match Prediction:
Both the players have caused major upsets in their draws to remove the top-seeded and favourites to win the tournament. Shintaro Mochizuki defeated the defending Champion in a brilliant 3-set match. This win will surely boost his confidence as he plays in the semi-finals of the tournament. The Japanese will also have the home crowd support which will add to his momentum. Aslan Karatsev on the other hand has looked dominant since the beginning of the tournament, not dropping a set yet. He has more experience and has already won 3 ATP titles to his name. His clean and raw hitting will be an added advantage for Aslan.
Match Predictions: Shintaro Mochizuki to win in 3 sets.
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