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de Minaur in 3 setsAs we dive into this Australian Open matchup, let's tread lightly on the court. On one side, we have Alex de Minaur, the 8th seed, proving his prowess with some clean sweeps in his recent games. Our chap from Down Under seems to rule the hard surface like a kangaroo on a trampoline, bouncing every ball his way. His recent victories over Boyer and Van De Zandschulp are noteworthy, both won in straight sets. Says something about his current form, doesn't it?
On the other hand, we have Francisco Cerundolo, the 31st seed. Francisco's had a rocky road lately, a road some might say more resembles a rugged Argentinian mountain pass than a paved highway. He managed to see off Bublik in straight sets, but his consistency remains as questionable as a dingo's table manners. His recent losses to Carballés Baena and Međedović raises a brow or two.
This isn't Francisco's first rodeo, and we can expect some Argentine tango on the court. Yet, as the duo battle it out on Melbourne Park's medium-fast court, it seems like de Minaur, the favorite here, will exploit the high bounce and the spin.
In the realm of probabilities and of minor miracles, our money here leans towards the Aussie.
Albert’s Prediction: de Minaur in 3 sets
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