Shevchenko is an athletic and aggressive baseliner known for his powerful serve and heavy groundstrokes. Competing as a neutral athlete, he has built a reputation on the ATP Tour for his explosive style and readiness for high-pressure moments. While not a traditional clay-courter, Shevchenko’s physicality and shotmaking make him dangerous on any surface. Key Strengths: Dominant first serve, high-tempo baseline game, stamina, big-stage mentality.
Career Highlights:
Misolic is a clay-savvy Austrian with a tactical, controlled game. His success on red clay stems from his smart use of angles, strong defensive movement, and ability to disrupt rhythm with drop shots and top-spin variety. Misolic thrives in long exchanges and thrives when grinding down more explosive opponents. Key Strengths: Clay-court instincts, tactical patience, point construction, variety in play.
Career Highlights:
The final clash features a compelling contrast in styles: Shevchenko brings power and ATP match toughness, while Misolic offers the patience and precision of a classic clay-courter. If Shevchenko can strike early and maintain controlled aggression, he should have the upper hand despite Misolic’s surface advantage.
Expect Alexander Shevchenko to prevail in two or four sets, capitalizing on his superior pace and shot production.
Alexander Shevchenko is expected to control this match with his superior firepower and ATP-level experience. Misolic`s consistency on clay may prolong rallies, but he lacks the weapons to neutralize Shevchenko’s aggressive baseline game.
Total score Under 38.5
Handicap -4.5 games for Shevchenko
Both players to win a set - No offer strong value.
For added safety, Asian Total Under 37.5 is worth considering.
Place a bet on the line of 1xBet with odds of 1.45 for a Shevchenko win.
