There needs to be no scarcity of entertaining tennis on day 4 on the US Open with 16 intriguing second-round matches on the schedule. As at all times, we right here at LWOT will likely be providing our predictions for each match, together with Daniil Medvedev vs Sebastian Gorzny, Alexander Bublik vs Adrian Mannarino, and Carlos Alcaraz vs Jaime Faria. However who will attain the third spherical in Flushing Meadows?
US Open Day 4 Predictions
Ben Shelton vs Hubert Hurkacz
Zain: Within the battle of huge servers, Ben Shelton takes on Hubert Hurkacz, as each gamers enter this match off four-set wins. Given how nicely every participant serves, lengthy units are anticipated, with no matter likelihood is generated on return proving essential. Hurkacz remains to be not fairly on the degree he was earlier than his accidents. That regression, coupled with Shelton’s capability to rise behind a house crowd, makes me give the sting to the American.
Prediction: Shelton in 4
Jim: Don’t count on many breaks of serve on this one with Shelton and Hurkacz two of one of the best servers within the males’s sport. However in the meanwhile, Shelton provides somewhat extra from the baseline than the Pole. Hurkacz’s selection and ability within the forecourt ought to assist him preserve it aggressive, however in the long run he’s prone to be overpowered by the American.
Prediction: Shelton in 4
Steen: Hurkacz was menacing in his prime, that’s how he received to a prime 10 rating. He’s slowly working again to that, having received the Cancun Challenger 125 in August. Shelton is among the many match favorites, and likewise a participant with a heavy serve. Shelton’s degree needs to be greater, however Hurkacz will make Shelton increase his degree.
Prediction: Shelton in 4
Jiri Lehecka vs Toby Samuel
Zain: Each of those gamers are aggressive baseliners who depend on taking the racket out of their opponents’ fingers. Toby Samuel has completed nicely to make it this removed from the qualifying spherical. If he serves nicely, he can discover some success right here. However finally, Jiri Lehecka is the far more well-rounded participant. If the Czech performs his sport and stays assured from the baseline, he ought to win comfortably.
Prediction: Lehecka in 3
Jim: Toby Samuel pulled out a shock win within the first spherical, however Lehecka’s energy and consistency from the baseline will virtually definitely make this a problem too far for the Briton. This can be somewhat one-sided.
Prediction: Lehecka in 3
Steen: Toby Samuel, 23, is a superb story right here. The Challenger Tour degree participant certified after which beat Tomas Machac. Lehecka has 27 tour degree wins this yr although, and is knocking on the door of the highest 15 relying on how he performs in New York. He ought to really feel assured about his probabilities to succeed in spherical 3.
Prediction: Lehecka in 3
Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Lloyd Harris
Zain: Stefanos Tsitsipas had the results of the yr within the first spherical when he took down an Arthur Fils many thought might win this US Open. Now he takes on Lloyd Harris, in a match the place every participant’s serving efficiency will likely be essential. Regardless of his confidence-inducing win, Tsitsipas’ backhand and return go away so much to be desired these days. That makes me assume this may get shut. However the Greek’s ceiling remains to be excessive sufficient to get by this spherical behind his serve and forehand weaponry.
Prediction: Tsitsipas in 4
Jim: Tsitsipas’ win over Arthur Fils within the first spherical on the US Open was his greatest for a while, nevertheless it stays to be seen whether or not he’ll be capable of again it up towards the big-hitting Harris. The South African regarded very sharp in his opener and if he can preserve that, he may simply have the beating of Tsitsipas.
Steen: The resurgence of Stefanos Tsitsipas within the win over Fils was implausible to see, 30-22 on the season general, Tsitsipas is mercurial however completely able to beating a participant like Harris within the second spherical of a Slam. Harris got here by qualifying, however remains to be 100 locations faraway from his profession greatest rating. He did discover type to succeed in the semifinals in Cancun and presents a problem, however one Tsitsipas ought to rise to.
Prediction: Tsitsipas in 4
Arthur Rinderknech vs Jaume Munar
Zain: Each of those gamers have had seasons disrupted by bodily points, as they now look to show a nook at this match. Jaume Munar had the comeback of the primary spherical, overturning a two-set deficit to succeed in right here. This match will likely be performed largely from the again of the court docket. Arthur Rinderknech will look to be the aggressor and serve huge, whereas Munar will use his counterpunching abilities. Rinderknech needs to be the brisker participant coming into this match. In a detailed contest, that might show to be the distinction.
Prediction: Rinderknech in 5
Jim: This can be a match-up that ought to go well with Rinderknech. The Frenchman will must be affected person at occasions, however his serve and forehand mixture ought to give him an excessive amount of for Munar to deal with in beneficial situations on the US Open.
Prediction: Rinderknech in 3
Steen: Rinderknech has been strong to take care of a prime 30 rating however he’s nonetheless 18-21 on the yr so no win is assured. Munar is 14-17 on the season however a lot prefers clay and that places him at a drawback right here.
Prediction: Rinderknech in 3
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