US Open 2020: Andy Murray vs Yoshihito Nishioka Preview, Head-to-Head, Prediction


US Open 2020: Andy Murray vs Yoshihito Nishioka Preview, Head-to-Head, Prediction

Andy Murray Yoshihito Nishioka

Andy Murray (left) and Yoshihito Nishioka

Former US Open champ Andy Murray will look for an inspired performance when he faces Yoshihito Nishioka in the first round match at the US Open 2020. Murray will look to recapture the title at Flushing Meadows after a gap of eight years.

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In 2020, Murray has been a part of just one tournament. The 33-year old Brit participated at the Cincinnati Open last week and showed the glimpses of his past form. The World No. 115 defeated Frances Tiafoe in the first round before getting the better of Alexander Zverev. However, Murray’s run ended when Milos Raonic outclassed in straight sets 6-2, 6-2 in the Round of 16. The one thing which was delightful to see at the Western and Southern Open was that Murray did not look in any sort of pain whatsoever while moving around the court.

On the other hand, Nishioka has had a moderate season so far. The 24-year old Japanese reached the third round at the Australian Open before receiving a thrashing at the hands of the eventual champion Novak Djokovic. The Serb breezed past Nishioka 6-3, 6-2, 6-2. World No.49 Nishioka gave his best performance at the ATP 250 Delray Beach event. There, the Japanese reached the final before losing out to Reilly Opelka in three sets 5-7, 7-6, 2-6.

Andy Murray vs Yoshihito Nishioka: Head-to-Head

The two players are yet to face each other on the Tour. Their match on Tuesday will mark their first meeting against each other.

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Andy Murray vs Yoshihito Nishioka: Prediction

Andy Murray

Though, Murray is ranked several places below Nishioka, he is expected to win against the Japanese. A three-set victory would give Murray a huge boost ahead of upcoming important matches in the tournament. However, it looks like the three-time Major champion would require at least four sets to get the better of Nishioka. Nevertheless, it’s Murray’s name written on the win.

Match Prediction: Andy Murray defeats Yoshihito Nishioka in a four-set yet not-so-close match.

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