Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Thanasi Kokkinakis prediction and odds: US Open 2024

I’ve picked a top-notch first round to cover for my tennis predictions today relating to Tsitsipas vs Kokkinakis at the US Open. This could be a fiery affair, and I’ve got several intriguing markets for you to consider. Keep reading for full details.

Our favourite Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Thanasi Kokkinakis predictions

Tsitsipas probably wouldn’t have liked to see Kokkinakis next to his name in the US Open draw. These two have locked horns in the past, and five sets were needed to separate them. Furthermore, in the first round of any slam, top seeds such as Tsitsipas are always a little vulnerable. So, with this in mind, what markets should you be looking to cover for this match?

Kokkinakis +1.5 set handicap @ 11/10 (1.91)

If the odds were better, I would suggest covering Kokkinakis to win a set against Tsitsipas. However, the odds for such a pick aren’t great, which is why I’ve looked to this market as a viable alternative. Of course, if he wins two sets, this market will pull through no matter what happens.

Five total sets @ 23/10 (3.30)

While Tsitsipas is the favourite here, their previous meeting makes me think that we could be in for another thriller. And with those odds on the table, it’s hard to resist! Sure, this is a riskier pick than some of the other options, but the possible return is worth it.

Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Thanasi Kokkinakis odds

Based on the latest odds for this match, Tsitsipas has the edge with a 74.10% win probability, while Kokkinakis has a much lower chance at 33.33%.

Tsitsipas facing tough test against big-hitting Aussie in round one

Before you cover any of the markets revealed above, make sure you read through the following previews.

Stefanos Tsitsipas preview

Tsitsipas has been very shaky following the Olympics. Since coming to the hard courts of North America, he has managed to grab just one win against Struff, and even that was three sets! Therefore, I feel he won’t be super confident coming into this one, and with a player as dangerous as Kokkinakis, this suggests he will need to dig deep.

Thanasi Kokkinakis preview

Kokkinakis looked solid during the build-up events before the US Open. He beat the likes of Monfils in Canada before losing to Hurkacz 7-6 in the third, which isn’t shameful at all. And he’s also taken out numerous top 100 players on the hard courts – all of which help to supply the big-hitting Aussie with confidence and belief ahead of this clash.

Tsitsipas vs Kokkinakis head to head

The one and only match these guys played against each other was in the 2021 Australian Open. This match went the distance but it was Tsitsipas who pulled through in five sets, so the head to head is 1-0 in the Greek’s favour.