ATP Basel Semifinal Predictions Including Rune vs Auger-Aliassime

Aug 9, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Holger Rune (DEN) goes to return a ball to Marcos Giron (not pictured) at Sobeys Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Witness the captivating semifinal matchups at the ATP Basel Open, filled with intriguing storylines despite the absence of some star players. Holger Rune, the top seed, has been struggling to find his form, yet he advances to the semifinals with hopes of a signature win to reignite his game. Similarly, Felix Auger-Aliassime, also enduring a rough second half of the season, seeks redemption and a chance to improve his ranking. Meanwhile, #4 seed Hubert Hurkacz shines with his excellent performance, particularly on faster surfaces, establishing himself as one of the elite hard court players. The final semifinalist, Ugo Humbert, may be underestimated, but he has the potential to upset and add an ATP title to his achievements. These matchups bring an air of uncertainty and unpredictability.

Anticipated ATP Basel Semifinals

Hubert Hurkacz vs Ugo Humbert

Head-to-head: 1-0 in favor of Hurkacz

Hurkacz emerges as the clear favorite to win the title, showcasing his brilliance on fast courts, evident from his recent triumph in Shanghai. Notably, his previous encounter with Humbert on grass resulted in a straight-set victory, emphasizing his comfort on faster surfaces. Although Humbert’s forte lies in slower clay courts, his sheer determination has led him to the semifinals after battling through three matches. The contrasting playing styles shall be on display, with Humbert’s baseline rallying skills pitted against Hurkacz’s powerful shots, especially his impressive serves. Given Hurkacz’s current form and the favorable matchup, he is expected to dominate and secure a commanding victory.
Prediction: Hurkacz in 2 sets

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Holger Rune vs Felix Auger-Aliassime

Head-to-head: 2-1 in favor of Rune

Prepare for a thrilling rematch of last year’s final, where Auger-Aliassime emerged as the victor. However, the tides have turned for both players since then. Rune began the season strongly but has been enduring a slump recently. Meanwhile, Auger-Aliassime’s struggles have led to a drop in rankings. Despite his comeback win in the quarterfinals, Auger-Aliassime’s statistical inferiority and possible signs of fatigue or injury render him vulnerable. Rune, who narrowly defeated Tomas Martin Etecheverry, a powerful baseline player similar to Auger-Aliassime, holds a slight advantage in form. With the odds in favor of Rune and potential uncertainties surrounding his opponent, he is poised to clinch a hard-fought victory.
Prediction: Rune in 3 sets

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