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 with you all about the upcoming matches at the China Open in Beijing. The tennis world is buzzing with anticipation as some of the top players take to the courts.
First off, let’s talk about Carlos Alcaraz, who is set to face Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in the first round. Alcaraz, the third-ranked Spaniard, hasn’t had the best start to the season. After a disappointing exit at the U.S. Open, he suited up for the Laver Cup and showed some spark with a 3-1 record, including a win over Taylor Fritz to clinch Team Europe’s victory. This should give him some much-needed confidence heading into Beijing.
Mpetshi Perricard, the Frenchman, is known for his powerful serve but hasn’t been in great form lately. He’s 1-5 in his last six matches, including a loss to Yannick Hanfmann in the Chengdu second round last week. Running into an incredible returner like Alcaraz right off the bat in Beijing is a tough draw for Mpetshi Perricard.
I’m picking Alcaraz to win this one in two sets. Here’s why: Alcaraz’s return game is one of the best in the world, and Mpetshi Perricard’s current form doesn’t bode well for him against such a formidable opponent.
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