Three Americans are left behind and Nick Kyrgios will face another representative of the local school of tennis in Houston at the semifinal stage. The Australian is closer than ever to winning the ATP title for the first time since 2019. Nick Kyrgios and Reilly Opelka will play against each other. The game will start on April 9 at 19:00 UK time.
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Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction One – Handicap (-2) games for Kyrgios – 2.10.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Two – Total Games – Over 25.5 – 2.10.
Opelka has a strong serve, but on the clay, this component of the game does not give a big advantage. For example, against Brouwer, the American shot only four aces. It is unlikely that Opelka can count on success in the upcoming match.
With his strong serve, Opelka must put up a good fight against Kyrgios. It’s not going to be easy for Nick. With that in mind, we don’t think the match will end quickly.
Having fun in the sun☀️@mensclaycourt | #USClay | @NickKyrgios pic.twitter.com/olanqyBt75
— ATP Tour (@atptour)
Kyrgios is off to a great start this season. Before Houston, he had played only big tournaments. The Australian has reached the quarter-finals of the Indian Wells Masters and the fourth round in Miami. These achievements enabled him to return to the top 100 in the ATP rankings. He is currently ranked No. 94.
Kyrgios began his journey in Houston with a tough win over Mackenzie McDonald (4-6, 6-3, 6-4). His next triumph was easier. He did not give up a single set to Tommy Paul (6-4, 6-2). Nick reached the semifinals without a fight. Michael Mmoh didn’t play (walkover) that game.
Reilly Opelka:
When your serve is THAT good. ?@ReillyOpelka | @mensclaycourt | #USClay pic.twitter.com/fB1abY25Ul
— ATP Tour (@atptour)
Reilly Opelka has already won one tournament this season. It was at the competition in Dallas. The American also made it to the finals in Delray Beach Open. Such successes allowed Reilly to get into the top 20. He is now ranked 18th.
Opelka started the tournament in Houston in the second round. In the first match, he defeated Mitchell Krueger (3-6, 6-2, 6-4). In the quarterfinals, Reilly left no chance against Gijs Brouwer (6-3, 7-5). So far, the U.S. representative did not have strong opponents.
Safe Bets
In Opelka’s last three matches, less than 10.5 games have been played in the first set – 2.16.
Match Details and Statistics
Type of Court – Clay
Speed of Court – 5/10
Kyrgios’s Rating – 94
Kyrgios Wins/Losses in 2022 – 9/3
Opelka’s Rating – 18
Opelka Wins/Losses in 2022 – 15/6
Most popular FAQ for Nick Kyrgios vs Reilly Opelka
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
A year earlier, Opelka beat Kyrgios (2-1) on Toronto’s hardcourt.
Where will this fixture be played?
The match will be played at River Oaks Country Club, Houston, Texas; the United States.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds for ATP Houston at Vbet and William Hill.
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