Hey there, fellow tennis enthusiasts It’s your girl Mia Johnson-Carter here, living the dream in Miami. I’m super excited to share some awesome news about the latest matches happening at the Japan Open in Tokyo.
Tokyo R2 Previews and Predictions
The ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo is heating up, and we’ve got some thrilling matchups lined up for round two. Let’s dive into the previews and predictions for two of the most anticipated matches.
1. Jack Draper vs. (2) Hubert Hurkacz
This one is a rematch for Jack Draper and Hubert Hurkacz, who have faced each other multiple times before. Their head-to-head record is currently 4-1 in favor of Hurkacz, but Draper is feeling confident after his recent performance at the U.S. Open, where he made it to the semifinals. In their previous outdoor hard-court contest at the 2022 U.S. Open, Draper dominated with a score of 6-2, 6-4, 7-5. This time around, Hurkacz is not 100% due to a meniscus injury he suffered at Wimbledon. Despite this, he managed to scrape past Marcos Giron in his opening match. Draper’s strong form makes him a great contender for this match.
Pick: Draper in 2
2. Arthur Fils vs. Matteo Berrettini
Arthur Fils has been on a roll this season, and his recent upset over top seed Taylor Fritz in the first round is a testament to his growing skills. However, Matteo Berrettini is playing some of his best tennis this year. He has been consistent and hot, with a 15-2 record in his last 17 matches. Despite Fils’ impressive win over Fritz, Berrettini’s form gives him an edge in this matchup.
Pick: Berrettini in 3
These matches are sure to bring some excitement to the Tokyo tournament. With players like Draper and Fils on the rise, it’s an exciting time for tennis fans everywhere.
If you want, you can check out the news where I found it here.
Yours truly,
Mia
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