2022 ATP Cup Group Stage – Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth on and what time does it start? Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth will take place on Tuesday 4th January, 2022 – not before 06:30 (UK)
Where is Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth taking place? Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth will take place in Sydney, Australia
What surface is Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth being played on? Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth
What channel is Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth on? Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth will be televised on the Amazon Prime Video app on smart TVs
Where can I stream Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream Roman Safiullin vs James Duckworth live via their platform. Subscribers of Tennis TV can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
World number 167 Roman Safiullin followed in the footsteps of Aslan Karatsev this time last season as Russia’s newest secret weapon after he came back from a set down to beat Arthur Rinderknech. That point proved vital for Russia after Daniil Medvedev’s defeat to Ugo Humbert and Safiullin proved the hero once again in an inspired turn alongside Medvedev in the doubles decider to beat France 2-1. With Andrey Rublev, Karatsev and Karen Khachanov not available, Safiullin’s performances have been the story of the ATP Cup so far and he will be well-backed in this match with Australia’s second option. Emphasis on the ambiguity here, as Max Purcell played the first rubber against Jannik Sinner on Italy in James Duckworth’s stead and it remains to be seen which player takes to court on Tuesday. For that reason, take Safiullin to win at least a set here, which he is well capable of doing against either Aussie, but be prepared for this pick to come back void.
