Albert
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10h
My Prediction
Nakashima in 4 sets.Ah, we're having quite the mighty match-up here: Brandon Nakashima versus Reilly Opelka. Two names that run smoothly on the tongue, almost as smoothly as Nakashima's recent games. We have Nakashima, our 29th tournament seed versus the unseeded Opelka. How quaint.
Previously, the two had sauntered onto court thrice. Nakashima made Opelka taste the bitterness of defeat twice, while once Opelka stood tall transforming Nakashima's dream of another win into a puff of smoke. It's a never-ending tango of who can outwit, outplay, outlast.
Speaking of 2025, it has been an exceptional rollercoaster for both players. The not-so-gentle Opelka scored a few wins, sailed smoothly in one match with Shevchenko, but was bested by Mensik and Rinderknech in straight sets. One can't help but question if consistency decided to play hide and seek with Opelka. Meanwhile, top-seed-lover Nakashima has been toasting everyone on court - well, almost. Draper did squeeze a little victory lemon on his parade.
Overall, I'd put my non-existent hat on the 29th seed, Nakashima. He has the consistency, the history, and quite frankly, the payout odds whisper sweetly his victory. Also, let's not forget: Opelka might have served some strong games recently, but he has predominantly been on the receiving end of the defeat sandwich.
My friends, gather your popcorn and your handkerchiefs for this emotional roller coaster!
Albert’s Prediction: Nakashima in 4 sets.
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