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Holger Rune vs Christopher O’Connell Prediction and Odds: Munich Open 2023

The Munich Open 2023 has been a tournament of upsets and surprises, and the semifinal match between Holger Rune and Christopher O’Connell promises to be no different. Rune, the reigning ATP Munich champion, has been in incredible form and will be looking to give O’Connell a run for his money.

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Holger Rune vs Christopher O’Connell – Match Predictions

Over 20.5 Games

The Danish teenager has been in excellent form at ATP Munich, winning six matches in a row without dropping a set. Last year, he won his first ATP title at the tournament, defeating Alexander Zverev and Emil Ruusuvuori along the way. Christopher O’Connell is on a similar run and has defeat Zverev to reach this stage.

With both players have been in excellent form, O’Connell defeating two former champions and Rune running amock against all rivals, it promises to be a gruelling battle. The Australian has upset the odds in the competition and will give Rune a tough test. Expect an epic clash, one that will witness over 20.5 games.

2-0 to Holger Rune

Rune has yet to drop a single set in ATP Munich since his debut last year. He arrived in Bavaria after a Monte Carlo Masters’ final loss to Andry Rublev and is expected to take that form into the semifinals against Christopher O’Connell. The 82-ranked Australian has played brilliantly in this tournament but may struggle to keep up with the talented Dane. With the momentum on his side, Rune is likely to win this match in straight sets and progress to his second successive ATP tour final.

Holger Rune vs Christopher O’Connell Preview

Our predictions for this match have now been established, let’s see how these players have fared so far in this tournament.

Holger Rune

Holger Rune has rebounded well after his Monte Carlo Masters championship final loss by recording two impressive wins over Yannick Hanfmann and Cristian Garin at ATP Munich. Rune missed out on making history by winning both Paris Masters and Monte Carlo Masters in succession.

Christopher O’Connell

Despite losing in the quarterfinals twice this year, O’Connell put up a strong fight and even won a set against Daniil Medvedev in Doha. Christopher O’Connell has had a remarkable run in the ATP Munich tournament. He defeated Alexander Zverev and Flavio Cobolli to reach the semifinals. He is ranked 82 in the world and will be striving for his first success in the semifinals of ATP events on Saturday.

Holger Rune vs Christopher O’Connell Head to Head

This is the first meeting between Rune and O’Connell on the ATP tour.

Holger Rune vs Christopher O’Connell Match Details

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  • When will this match start? This match starts not before 12:30 GMT on Saturday, 22nd April.
  • Where can I find more Tennis tips? Daily top tennis tips can be found here.
  • What is the other name for Munich Open? BMW Open by American Express.


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