ATP Paris Masters: Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Grigor Dimitrov; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction

In the recent few weeks, Stefanos Tsitsipas has made a bold statement as he has shown his real form in the game. Coming into the ATP Paris Masters, the Greek player had a lot of expectations and he quite clearly stood on them. Having made his way into the semi-finals of the tournament, he will be looking to lay his hands on the prestigious title.

However, standing in his way will be the formidable force, Grigor Dimitrov. With just one among the two going ahead, which player could make his way further into the tournament? Will it be the Greek star or will the Bulgarian heartthrob stun everyone this time? Let’s find out!

Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Grigor Dimitrov: Preview

Talking about the Paris Masters, Stefanos Tsitsipas has clearly shown indications of the talent that he possesses. Having faced some of the biggest names in the world throughout the tournament, the Greek player won all the matches without dropping even a single set. He faced Felix Auger Aliassime in the first round where he defeated him comfortably with a scoreline of 6-3, 7-6. Facing Alexander Zverev next, he did not face much trouble in putting aside his German rival. With a scoreline of 7-6-6-4, he made his way into the quarter-finals.

He then faced Karen Khachanov in the quarter-finals. In the match, the Greek player yet again showed his real strength and won it with a scoreline of 6-3, 6-4. On the other hand, his opponent Dimitrov also defeated some of the prominent names en route glory. From defeating the likes of Daniil Medvedev with a scoreline of 6-3, 6-7, 7-6 to getting past Hubert Hurkacz 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, he pulled in some miracles.

Tsitsipas vs Dimitrov: Head-to-head

The head-to-head records between the two suggest that Stefanos Tsitsipas has been ruthless over his opponents. Out of the 7 encounters that they had, Tsitsipas won 6 out of them while losing out just once. Their first meeting came back at the French Open in 2020. The Greek player was ruthless and won the match in straight sets.

The final scoreline of the match was 6-3, 7-6, 6-2 in Tsitsipas’ favor. However, their recent meeting came back at the United Cup in Australia back in December 2022. It was a very tight contest as both players refused to give up. However, it was the Greek player who had the final laugh in this match. He won the match with a scoreline of 4-6, 6-2, 7-6.

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Prediction: Stefanos Tsitsipas to make his place into the finals of the Paris Masters

Having made his way into the semi-finals, Tsitsipas looks unstoppable at the moment and is the most favorable player to make his way into the finals. Also, his head-to-head record over his opponent suggests that whenever the two have collided, the Greek player has always emerged victorious.

However, looking to turn things around, Grigor Dimitrov will not let go without giving a fight. But, as it stands, Tsitsipas looks in a sweet spot to win the match. However, it is only time that will reveal his further heroics. Who are you rooting for? Do let us know in the comments below!

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