ATP Finals 2023: Carlos Alcaraz vs Andrey Rublev; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction

The stage is set for an emphatic showdown as Carlos Alcaraz will be taking on Andrey Rublev in the group stage match at the ATP Finals. After losing out on the top spot in the ATP ranking, the 20-year-old Spaniard looks all set to close the gap as much as he can and contest for the top spot next year.

However, this time, Rublev stands his way and has been in top form in recent months. With a do-or-die situation for both the players on the line, who among the two will keep their hopes alive of staying in the group?

Carlos Alcaraz vs Andrey Rublev: Preview

Both Carlos Alcaraz and Andrey Rublev had a disappointing start to their respective campaigns at the ATP Finals. Coming in as a hot favorite, Carlos Alcaraz has been unable to find his rhythm ever since his loss at the hands of Novak Djokovic in the Cincinnati Masters.

The young Spanish player faced Alexander Zverev in the first group-stage match. In a match that many expected to go Alcaraz’s way, he won the first set and was clearly on his way to winning the match. However, the German player had some other plans in his mind. He wrote one of the most triumphant comebacks and took the win from the jaws of defeat. The final scoreline of the match was 6-7, 6-3, 6-4 in favor of Zverev.

On the other hand, his opponent Andrey Rublev also started his campaign on a low. Having faced compatriot Daniil Medvedev in the first group stage match, the world number 3 player proved to be an absolute menace to Rublev. Pulling an easy 6-4, 6-2 win, Rublev couldn’t do much against him.

Alcaraz vs Rublev: Head-to-head

When it comes to the head-to-head statistics between Carlos Alcaraz and Andrey Rublev, the scores are level at nil-nil as the two players have not faced each other yet. This meeting at the ATP finals will be the first-ever meeting between the two players.

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With a chance to take an early lead in the head-to-head statistics and further solidify their position in the group, both players will be looking to perform at their best level.

Prediction: Who could taste victory?

As it stands, it is hard to predict the winner between the two players. However, with the struggling form that Carlos Alcaraz has shown, he might go down yet again. Since his loss at the Cincinnati Masters against Novak Djokovic, Carlos has struggled with form. Thus, this provides an edge to Andrey Rublev.

But Alcaraz will not go down with a fight. Despite a loss against Zverev, it was his best performance in months. It is something to take note of ahead of the upcoming match. While Rublev is going to be a tough opponent for Alcaraz, he may lack the ball-striking power and runs the risk of getting blasted off the court if the Spaniard gets back to his original form. However, if the Russian has a good serving day, tight competition is expected.

Prediction: Carlos Alcaraz in three sets.

Only time that will reveal who among the two players makes it through. What are your views on this? Please let us know in the comments below!

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