Casper Ruud has long established himself among the elite of world tennis. He is a versatile player, though his main strength has always been on clay. However, over the past seasons, he has significantly improved his hardcourt game, allowing him to achieve solid results on this surface.
Strengths: Reliable baseline play. Excellent physical endurance. Ability to adapt to different surfaces. Confidence in long rallies
Key Achievements: Finalist at Roland Garros (2022, 2023) and US Open (2022), 12 ATP singles titles, Former World No. 2
Ruud has already proven he can compete with the best. He consistently performs well in major tournaments, making him a strong contender in this match.
American Marcos Giron is a dangerous opponent, especially on home soil. While he is not in the top 10, his aggressive playing style and powerful serve make him a threat to any favorite. Giron thrives on fast surfaces and feels comfortable on hard courts.
Strengths: Powerful serve. Aggressive net play. Hardcourt experience. Support from the home crowd
Key Achievements: NCAA singles champion (2014). Quarterfinalist at several ATP 250 tournaments. Reached the third round at Grand Slam events. lthough Giron has yet to secure major titles, he remains a formidable competitor, particularly in front of his home crowd.
Over the past three years, Ruud and Giron have faced each other three times. The Norwegian has won twice, including a dominant 6-1, 6-0 victory in February 2024 in Los Cabos. However, playing on home soil might give Giron extra confidence.
Considering the head-to-head record and current form, Casper Ruud is the favorite in this match. His stability, superior skill level, and experience in high-stakes tournaments give him a significant edge. Bookmakers’ odds: Ruud to win – 1.60, Giron to win – 2.40
Giron will likely try to impose his game and rely on his serve, but Ruud has the upper hand in longer rallies. A straight-set victory for the Norwegian seems like the most likely outcome. Final Prediction: Bet on Casper Ruud to win at 1.60 odds.
In this match, bookmakers have set the odds at 2.40 for Giron and 1.60 for Ruud, with the total over 21.5 games offered at 1.95 and under 21.5 games at 1.85. While Ruud is the clear favorite due to his higher ranking and superior consistency, Giron will have the advantage of playing on home soil. However, Ruud’s strong baseline game and ability to extend rallies should give him control over the match.
Our prediction: Ruud to win in straight sets at odds of 1.60.
