Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | First Round
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? ATP 1000
When is Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin on and what time does it start? Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin will take place on Thursday 9th May, 2024 – not before 12:30 (UK)
Where is Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin taking place? Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy
What surface is Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin being played on? Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin
What channel is Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin on in the UK? Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Corentin Moutet vs Roman Safiullin live on Sky Go, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
World number 39 Roman Safiullin reached the semi-finals of the Aix-Provence Challenger last week to build-back some lost form but he still brings a three-match losing streak at tour level into Rome. The 26-year-old reached the quarter-finals at Wimbledon last summer, beating Corentin Moutet in the second round, to prove himself of top 30 quality and he came agonisingly close to claiming his maiden ATP title at the Chengdu Open, just missing out to Alexander Zverev, before falling away from a peak.
World number 83 Moutet lost to Thiago Monteiro in qualifying but he is likely to be a tougher test on the second wind of a lucky loser in this first encounter between the two. The 25-year-old is on the long road back from a lengthy injury absence but consistent tennis has seen him steadily rise back up the rankings, although he will do well to avoid more four-hour first round thrillers after losing to Jerry Shang in madcap circumstances two weeks ago in Madrid. Moutet is the more comfortable in these clay conditions but both players are highly unpredictable. Back Safiullin to earn at least a set as the more dependable performer but leave this match far from any accumulators.
TIP: ROMAN SAFIULLIN TO WIN A SET
