2021 US Open First Round – Botic van de Zandschulp vs Carlos Taberner Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
Where is Botic van de Zandschulp vs Carlos Taberner taking place? Botic van de Zandschulp vs Carlos Taberner will take place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York, USA
When is Botic van de Zandschulp vs Carlos Taberner on and what time does it start? Monday 30th August, 2021 – not before 19:15 (UK)
What surface is Botic van de Zandschulp vs Carlos Taberner being played on? Botic van de Zandschulp vs Carlos Taberner will take place on an outdoor hard court
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THE LOWDOWN
BOTIC VAN DE ZANDSCHULP
A tricky and competitive qualifying tournament for Botic van de Zandschulp saw the Dutchman come through three three-set victories in order to reach an impressive clean sweep of Grand Slam appearances. In 2021, he has reached all four majors, getting through to the second round in both the French Open and Wimbledon. He also broke into the top 150 and his August 2021 ranking of 118 is a career best.
CARLOS TABERNER
Carlos Taberner replaced the reigning champion Dominic Thiem following Thiem’s withdrawal due to a right wrist injury. Taberner’s Grand Slam record is quite average if a little poor. The Spaniard turned pro in 2017 and this is only his third major. Two first round exits at the French Open is his record thus far in his career.
THE PREDICTION
Despite only just breaking onto the professional tennis scene, Botic van de Zandschulp has been excellent. It is rare for someone in his first ever US Open to be the favourite for his first round tie but that is the case in this instance. Carlos Taberner is slightly more experienced in terms of years played but he wouldn’t be in the tournament if it wasn’t for Thiem’s injury. Botic van de Zandschulp comes into this as the slight favourite.
