Albert
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4h
My Prediction
Popyrin in 3 setsAlright, let's break down this Popyrin vs Taberner matchup. Popyrin, a lad strutting around as the 24th seed is showcasing some fluctuation in performance, which is as predictable as a British summer. He's been outpaced in his last two matches, putting a bit of a damper on his previous three victories.
Taberner, on the other hand, seems to be on the rise like a Phoenix from the ashes. Despite not cracking into the seeded crowd, this unseeded racket-master is turning heads with 4 out of his last 5 matches locked in the win column. His rhythm and confidence seem to be on par with a Barry White song.
However, it's not all love and peaches for Taberner. Popyrin has shown he can throw in some good performances against strong opponents. And let’s not forget the tournament seeding is there for a reason - that being said, I’ve seen sharper tools in a reject bin.
In this matchup, Popyrin is the favorite but he's not exactly a powerhouse tennis deity either. But looking at their recent tendencies, Popyrin might just pull this one out of the hat - provided the sun is shining and the wind is blowing in the right direction.
Albert's Prediction: Popyrin in 3 sets