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Shanghai Masters: Alexander Davidovich Fokina vs. Rafael Jodar Preview, Odds, Picks (Oct 18)
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Analysis & key factors
- Davidovich Fokina vs. Jodar odds
- Jodar is the youngest finalist in the Shanghai Masters’ history.
- Davidovich Fokina won 9 of the last 10 matches.
Quite the unexpected final takes place at the Rolex Masters in Shanghai this Sunday, as two Spaniards meet, Davidovich Fokina and Jodar.
How to Watch
- When: Sunday, October 18, 6 AM ET
- Where: Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena, Shanghai, China
- How to Watch: Tennis Channel, FUBO
Davidovich Fokina vs. Jodar Odds
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Davidovich Fokina | TBA |
| Jodar | TBA |
Match Preview
Davidovich Fokina has already won one Asian Tour title. Lifting the title in Chengdu showed his excellent form, and although he lost immediately in the first round in Tokyo, the Spaniard bounced back quickly. One by one, he eliminated Wu, Halys, Bublik, De Minaur, and eventually Alexander Zverev.
After 2 hours and 5 minutes, the Spaniard won 2-1, getting back from the deficit: 5-7, 6-4, 6-3. Fokina was excellent on the first serve, hitting 82% and winning 85% of points. Surprisingly, he outpointed Zverev in winners, 36-28, meaning he dictated the tempo.
Young Jodar is the youngest player to reach the Shanghai finals. He is only 20 years and 29 days old and looks pretty good right now. After mixed results earlier in the season, including a turbulent American tour and an early loss in Tokyo, Jodar surprised everyone in China.
Check this out, Jodar eliminated Daniil Medvedev 2-0 in the semis 6-3, 6-4, while earlier, he won four in a row after three sets. His rivals were Tirante, Lehecka, Van de Zandschulp, and Ruud. Very respectable names.
Davidovich Fokina vs. Jodar Head to Head
These two have never played before.
Davidovich Fokina vs. Jodar Predictions
Fokina has more energy because Jodar spent more time on the court. Plus, he eliminated Medvedev not because of his particularly great performance, but because of the Russian’s terrible first serve, which was only 56%. Jodar saved 4 of 6 break points, while Medvedev had 0/4. So, there are some stats that we can’t overlook, and that force us to bet on Davidovich Fokina.
- Free tennis picks: Davidovich Fokina
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