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by Lou Aguila in ATP Shanghai Masters Picks
Novak Djokovic will play his first match of the Asian Swing of the ATP Tour against promising American netter Alex Michelsen in the second round of the 2024 Shanghai Masters on Saturday. After crashing out in the third round of the US Open, Djokovic looks to rebuild himself and gain some momentum heading towards the homestretch mark of the ATP season. The Grand Slam record holder failed to win a major title this year, though he still bagged the elusive gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Michelsen seized the opportunity to play arguably the greatest tennis player ever after defeating China Open semifinalist Bu Yunchaokete 6-3 6-4. The 20-year-old American unleashed an array of shots that helped him win 82 percent of his first serves and convert two breakpoint chances.
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Alex Michelsen vs Novak Djokovic Form
Alex Michelsen and Novak Djokovic Latest Matches
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
Oct 4, 2024 - ATP Shanghai Masters
Sep 29, 2024 - ATP Japan Open
Sep 28, 2024 - ATP Japan Open
Sep 25, 2024 - ATP Japan Open
Sep 24, 2024 - ATP Japan Open
Sep 23, 2024 - ATP Japan Open
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
Aug 30, 2024 - ATP US Open
Aug 28, 2024 - ATP US Open
Aug 26, 2024 - ATP US Open
Aug 4, 2024 - Olympic Tournament
Aug 2, 2024 - Olympic Tournament
Aug 1, 2024 - Olympic Tournament
Alex Michelsen - Novak Djokovic Key Points
- Novak Djokovic did not win a Grand Slam title in 2024 but won the gold at the Paris Olympics.
- Novak Djokovic has a 71 percent win rate against top-50 players.
- Alex Michelsen defeated Bu Yunchaokete 6-3, 6-4 in the first round of the Shanghai Masters.
- Alex Michelsen is 0-for-2 vs. top-5 players.
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Our Alex Michelsen vs Novak Djokovic Prediction
Barring a massive collapse, Djokovic should cruise to a straight-set victory over Michaelsen, who is 0-for-2 in matches against top-5 opponents. Meanwhile, Nole has been ruthless against players ranked in the top-50, holding a 79.1 percent win rate. Our betting prediction for Novak Djokovic vs. Alex Michelsen: Bet on Djokovic to cover -4.5 games, -105, at BetMGM.
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