US Open 2020: Brandon Nakashima vs Alexander Zverev Preview, Head-to-Head, Prediction

5th-seed Alexander Zverev will have one eye on the third round when he battles against local player Brandon Nakashima in a Round of 64 contest at the US Open 2020. Nakashima played some enterprising tennis in his opening round match but is not expected to upset Zverev.

Talking about the performance in the first round, Bradon Nakashima displayed some solid tennis to dispatch a player ranked nearly 100 places above him. The 19-year old American did not have much difficulty in moving to the next round as he outclassed Paolo Lorenzi in straight sets 6-3, 6-2, 7-6.

On the other hand, Alexander Zverev had his task cut out against former two-time Major finalist Kevin Anderson in the Round of 128. The 23-year old German displayed all his strength to defeat Anderson 7-6, 5-7, 6-3, 7-5 in an energy-sapping contest. It was a much-needed boost for the World No.7 as Zverev is trying to get his mojo back.

Brandon Nakashima vs Alexander Zverev: Head-to-Head

The two athletes will be playing their first match against each other in New York. Zverev has never met Nakashima in the past.

Brandon Nakashima vs Alexander Zverev: Prediction

After needing to play out of his skin in the first round, Zverev has a relatively easy opponent this time around. There is no deliberation required for who is going to be victorious. Zverev should win this match comprehensively against Nakashima, who is World No. 223 at present and probably the lowest ranked player left in men’s singles.

Match Prediction: Alexander Zverev defeats Brandon Nakashima comfortably in straight sets.

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