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In this final, not only the US Open trophy will be at stake, but also the number 1 ATP ranking. Once the four semi-finalists were announced, there was a lot of speculation about who would play in the final. Of all the possible match-ups, there is no doubt that this was the one that created the most morbidity, who has the best chance of winning? let’s get this started.
Casper Ruud vs Carlos Alcaraz Prediction and Betting Tips
The two finalists started the tournament aware that they could reach the number one ranking but for that to happen several different outcomes would have to happen that neither could influence. While the elimination of Nadal and then Medvedev was one of the results that had to happen, the most important was that each could hold on until the last match. To set the right bet for Casper Ruud vs Carlos Alcaraz, read about our predictions and betting tips for free:
Casper Ruud vs Carlos Alcaraz Head to Head
When we look at the head-to-head record between the two players, it is the Spaniard who dominates the series with two convincing victories. The first time they met was last year at the Marbella singles, then they met again at the beginning of this year. On both occasions, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Casper Ruud in straight sets.
- 03/04/2022 Alcaraz won 2-0 (Miami, Hardcourt)
- 09/04/2021 Alcaraz won 2-0 (Marbella, Clay)
Set Betting – Alcaraz 3-1
Both players have had to work harder than necessary to reach the finals. Alcaraz’s last three opponents have forced him to decide everything in the fifth set. Ruud also lost some sets in each game. The difference has been that the Norwegians had more accessible opponents. That is why we think that Carlos Alcaraz currently has a better level than his next opponent, so he should not fail in his attempt to take the trophy and the dominance of the ranking. Although Carlos has beaten Ruud twice in straight sets, we assume that this time it will be different and the Norwegian will win at least one set.
Ruud US Open Analysis
The Norwegian player has been a cut above his opponents in every round of the US Open 2022, even in the qualifying round, where he faced an inspired Kachanov who had just knocked out Kyrgios. Ruud stayed true to his style and although he had the occasional slip-up, he scored a lot of points on his first and second serves, which helped him win 85% of his service games played. The 6 break points converted by the Norwegian were also key in his qualification to the final.
Semifinals Result: Casper Ruud defeated Karen Khachanov 3-1
Alcaraz US Open Analysis
The young Spaniard has only one goal in mind, which is to win the tournament and become number one in the world. This has kept him motivated in each of his challenges. In the first three rounds, he won in straight sets, but since the round of 16 his opponents have been world class and he managed to beat them all but in five sets. In the semifinals, the physical and mental condition needed to stay connected and active in each set, contrary to Tafoe who in the sets he won left his soul, but in the other three, his performance dropped.
Semifinals: Carlos Alcaraz defeated Frances Tiafoe 3-2
Useful Facts about Casper Ruud vs Carlos Alcaraz
Match scheduled – 11th September at 21:00 BST
Type of tennis court – Hardcourt Outdoor
Bookmakers’ odds – Casper Ruud 17/10 (2.70) – Carlos Alcaraz 4/9 (1.44)
These odds in this article were correct at the time of writing. We recommend checking with the bookmaker before placing the bet.
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