Jan-Lennard Struff vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas at ATP Halle 2024: Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction
It’s that time of year again, when players and fans alike have vowed to put in a fierce grass court season. The players are in good shape to win the grass court championship and send a strong message ahead of the remainder of the season as the ATP Halle Open gets underway. Stefanos Tsitsipas is one of the celebrities. The Greek phenomenon, who has had a mediocre season thus far, will be desperate to win the championship.
However, Jan-Lennard Struff, the formidable German, will stand in his way in the round of 16. Setting the stage for an enticing meeting, which among
However, Jan-Lennard Struff, the formidable German, will stand in his way in the round of 16. Who between the two will advance to the final eight, setting the stage for an enticing match?
Jan-Lennard Struff vs. Stefanos Tsitsipas: Preview
Currently rated eleventh in the world, Stefanos Tsitsipas defeated Henri Squire in straight sets, 7-6(7) 7-6(2), to advance to Berlin’s second round. Tsitsipas was far more aggressive, hitting 38 wins, and finished with 79 points to Squire’s 68. His seven aces and one double fault throughout his excellent serving performance.
Stefanos Tsitsipas avoided being broken throughout the match by winning 84% of his first serve points (38/45) and 88% of his second serve points (21/24).
He made 8 double faults and 21 aces in his outstanding serving performance. Struff only gave up his serve once, winning 90% of his first serve points (57/63) and 56% of his second serve points (24/43). He converted 22% of his break points (2/9) and broke Darderi twice.
Tsitsipas vs. Struff: Matchup
Head-to-head statistics between the two players indicate that the Greek player is undoubtedly ahead in this contest. It’s interesting to note that this will be the ninth meeting between these two celebrities, who have already faced off eight times. When it comes to win-loss record, Struff has three wins compared to the five that the Greek player has. But one of those victories occurred in Challengers in 2017.
In their professional tour debut match, which took place in Sofia in 2019, the Greek rising star prevailed in straight sets, 7-6 (5), 6-4. However, their most recent meeting took place at the ATP earlier this year. While the venue was different, the result was still the same. Stefanos Tsitsipas came out on top but had to pull in some extra effort. The final scoreline remained 6-7, 6-4, 6-4 in favor of the Greek player.
