Milos Raonic eyeing to make an opening day upset against Stefanos Tsitsipas as he hopes for an extended stay at the US Open
Milos Raonic Embraces Challenge as He Gears Up to Clash with Tsitsipas at US Open
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L- Stefanos Tsitsipas, R-Milos Raonic (Images via The Japan Times/Eurosport)
Milos Raonic‘s return to the courts after a two-year absence has been a significant highlight since his return in June, with four victories out of seven games. As he prepares to face Stefanos Tsitsipas in the first round of the US Open, he loves the challenge and sees a silver lining in the match-up.
Raonic’s return to competitive tennis has been distinguished by perseverance and fortitude. After more than two years away from the sport, the current 337th-ranked player in the world has made a great comeback, ordering a string of noteworthy victories. His on-court performance has not gone unnoticed. The forthcoming match against Tsitsipas presents an opportunity to cement his comeback.
Despite a difficult draw, Raonic remains upbeat. He appreciates the difficulty of his draw, but also realizes the possible rewards of meeting a top seed early in the competition. Raonic stated, “Obviously it’s a tough draw, but in a way, since I’m not one of the seeds, if I want to win a game or two here, I would have no choice but to face one of the favorites in one of these encounters.“
Raonic’s viewpoint is based on the premise that facing the tournament favorites in the early stages can result in surprising upsets. He realizes that a great performance against a top challenger could drive him farther into the competition and cause a ripple effect.
“And I think it’s better to face them before they have had time to find their feet in the tournament,” he said.
While Raonic acknowledges the challenge that lies ahead, he remains optimistic about his prospects. “Basically, if I play well, I would take the place of a top seed. But that is to project myself too far,” he remarked.
Milos Raonic aims to extend dominance over Stefanos Tsitsipas as clash looms at US Open
Raonic and Tsitsipas of Greece are set to continue their rivalry at the US Open, with a highly anticipated confrontation on the horizon. Raonic leads their head-to-head series 2-0, so the forthcoming matchup promises to be a test of skill and resolve.
The Canadian has made a significant impression since his return. His comeback began with second-round finishes in both grass tournaments, including the prestigious Wimbledon. Raonic advanced to the third round in the Canadian Open by defeating World No. 10 Frances Tiafoe. He is ready to extend his momentum into the Grand Slam.
Raonic’s strong serve, which remains a deadly weapon on the court, is an important component of his game. His latest victory over Tiafoe highlighted his serving skills, as he smacked 37 aces during the match. Moreover, despite his lengthy sabbatical from the sport, Raonic’s ground game has proven to be consistent and dependable.
While Tsitsipas has lost both of their previous meetings, he has clearly improved as a player since their last match. Although his progress has slowed this season, he remains a skilled and dedicated competitor on the court. However, the Greek star’s performances have been hampered by blunders and a weakness in his backhand, factors that Raonic could potentially exploit in their forthcoming match.
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Navya Mishra
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