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An interesting fixture is on the cards as Rafael Nadal takes on Casper Ruud, in a rematch of this year’s French Open final. It’s important to point out that Casper Ruud has already booked a place in the semi-final of this tournament, while his Spaniard opponent has been eliminated. That said, it’ll certainly be interesting to see if the Norwegian can avenge his loss at Roland Garros today.
Rafael Nadal vs Casper Ruud Prediction and Betting Tips
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Prediction: Casper Ruud to win in straight sets
Rafael Nadal’s struggles on indoor hard courts continued with another straight sets loss to Felix Auger-Aliassime. The former World number 1 has lost both group matches in straight sets; he is last on the Green Group table, and will not qualify for the knockout stages, irrespective of the outcome of this match. With that in mind, Nadal doesn’t have a lot of motivation to win this match.
In contrast, Casper Ruud is leading the Green Group standings ahead of this clash, as he won his first two group matches. Furthermore, if the champion at this year’s tournament goes undefeated, he’ll earn a whopping $4.7m; that should give the Norwegian the extra motivation to finish the group stages with a perfect record. Taking everything into consideration, Casper Ruud should be able to win in straight sets.
Rafael Nadal vs Casper Ruud Head to Head
Indeed, these are the only two players that reached the finals of multiple grand slams in 2022. Casper Ruud made it to his first ever grand slam final at Roland Garros in June, where he met his idol Rafael Nadal, losing in straight sets.
- 05/06/2022 Rafael Nadal won 3-0 (French Open, clay)
Nadal ATP Finals Analysis
Rafael Nadal squared off against Taylor Fritz and Felix Auger-Aliassime in the first two rounds of this tournament, losing both matches in straight sets. With that in mind, it is mathematically impossible for the former World number 1 to reach the semi-final, even if he wins this match. In spite of that, Rafa will look to close out his ATP Finals campaign with a win.
Ruud ATP Finals Analysis
Casper Ruud booked a spot in the next round of this competition with a hard-fought victory over Taylor Fritz. The Norwegian now has two wins from two, and leads the Green Group standings. With that in mind, Ruud will be eyeing a perfect record, and he’ll fancy his chances against Rafael Nadal.
Useful Facts about Rafael Nadal vs Casper Ruud
Match scheduled – 17th November at 13:00 GMT
Type of tennis court – Hardcourt Indoor
Bookmakers’ odds – Rafael Nadal 13/8 (2.63) – Casper Ruud 4/9 (1.44)
The 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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