ATP Tour Masters Rome – Day 9

2023 ATP tour Clay Court Season.

From the 10th of May until the 21st of May the ATP tour will be stationed at Rome were we can see the best players battle for the Internazionali BNL d’Italia title. Here at BestBetGuide we will keep you up to date with all the results, news and fixtures.

Novak Djokovic’s hopes of claiming another Italian Open title were shattered as he suffered a surprising defeat to Holger Rune in a rain-interrupted and contentious match. Rune, who had previously defeated Djokovic in the Paris Masters final last year, displayed exceptional skill and determination to emerge victorious with a scoreline of 6-2, 4-6, 6-2.

The match was not without its fair share of drama. Rune had to overcome a controversial line call that went against him in the second set, causing him to express his frustration with the umpire. Furthermore, an hour-long rain delay interrupted the proceedings, adding an extra layer of complexity to the match.

Despite facing these challenges, Rune maintained his composure and continued to deliver remarkable shots, demonstrating his exceptional potential as a young player. The 20-year-old’s victory marks a significant achievement in his career, defeating the world No. 1 and defending champion. Rune’s impressive performance sets the stage for an exciting semi-final match against Casper Ruud.

For Djokovic, the loss means a premature exit from the Italian Open, shifting his focus to the upcoming French Open, set to commence on May 28. This result also marks the first time since 2004 that neither Djokovic nor Rafael Nadal will feature in the Italian Open final, highlighting the significance of this outcome.

Rune expressed his elation and pride in his on-court interview, acknowledging the magnitude of defeating one of the greatest players in the history of tennis. His unwavering determination and ability to rise to the challenge were evident throughout the match, solidifying his status as a rising star in the tennis world.

As Djokovic reflects on this unexpected defeat, the Italian Open serves as a reminder that even the greatest players can face formidable opponents and unpredictable circumstances. The tournament continues to captivate fans with its thrilling matches and surprising outcomes, setting the stage for further excitement in the world of tennis.

Episode 3 of Djokovic vs Rune delivered 🍿

The best of a gripping spectacle in Rome!@holgerrune2003 @DjokerNole #IBI23 pic.twitter.com/Vr2wmPP8wA

— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) May 17, 2023

In a thrilling match at the Foro Italico, Norwegian Casper Ruud, seeded No. 4, emerged victorious against Argentine Francisco Cerundolo, the No. 24 seed, securing a spot in the Rome Masters’ semi-finals with a final score of 7-6, 6-4. Ruud’s triumph came as a breakthrough on clay, as Cerundolo had previously defeated him twice on that surface. In the previous rounds of the Italian Open, Ruud displayed exceptional form, defeating Arthur Rinderknech, Alexander Bublik, and Laslo Djere. Ruud’s next challenge will be against Denmark’s Holger Rune, the No. 7 seed. With his remarkable performance so far, Ruud is poised to make his mark in this prestigious tournament.

Today’s schedule sees Yannick Hanfmann take on Daniil Medvedev in the third quarter final and Stefanos Tsitsipas take on Borna Coric in the final Quarter Final. The Bordeaux Challenger is offering a great line-up as well just in case that is not enough tennis for us all. Here are my predictions:

Hanfmann to win a set v Medvedev
Coric to win a set v Tsitsipas
Struff 2-0 Moutet
Gasquet to beat Ymer
Wawrinka 2-0 Humbert

A win accumulator with Bet Zone currently pays 31.0

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