French Open 2021: Novak Djokovic vs Tennys Sandgren Preview; Head-to-Head & Prediction
Follow Us
via Reuters
Tennis – ATP Masters 1000 – Italian Open – Foro Italico, Rome, Italy – May 16, 2021 Serbia’s Novak Djokovic in action during his final match against Spain’s Rafael Nadal REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane
World No. 1 Novak Djokovic will begin his journey at the French Open 2021 against American player Tennys Sandgren on Tuesday. The match will be a good test for the Serbian player as he is one of the contenders to win this year’s title, his second, in the French capital.
Novak Djokovic vs Tennys Sandgren: Preview
This season, the Serbian ace has been in great form, having won his 18th Grand Slam title earlier this season. Although he has not won the biggest titles at the clay-court events, he has won matches against the top players in difficult situations.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Just last week, Novak Djokovic won the title at the ATP 250 event in Belgrade. Winning the title will surely boost his confidence as he enters Paris.
Trending
‘RIP’ – Heartbroken Brother of John McEnroe Mourns ESPN Legend’s Tragic Death Who Last Tweeted About Coco Gauff
April 21, 2024 02:43 PM EDT
Serena Williams’ Husband Alexis Ohanian Gushes Over Her ‘Little Pink’ Attire as Part of Nike’s Latest Endeavor
April 23, 2024 05:55 PM EDT
‘Pure B**S*T Fandom Speculation’ – Andy Roddick Weighs in on a Highly Probable Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal Emotional Reunion at Laver Cup
April 24, 2024 11:01 AM EDT
Madrid Open: Aryna Sabalenka’s Fashion ‘Upgrade’ Stumps Tennis World As They React to Her Outing With Rumored Boyfriend
April 23, 2024 06:48 AM EDT
Mutua Madrid Open: Heart-Broken Taylor Townsend Makes Shattering Admission About Missing Son’s Martial Arts Performance
April 23, 2024 04:07 AM EDT
Get instantly notified of the hottest Tennis stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.
Follow Us
via Reuters
Tennis – ATP Masters 1000 – Italian Open – Foro Italico, Rome, Italy – May 16, 2021 Serbia’s Novak Djokovic in action during his final match against Spain’s Rafael Nadal REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane
On the other side, Tennys Sandgren has not performed well on the clay courts. He has been part of a handful of tournaments in recent weeks but has failed to impress.
“Don’t Know When the Moment Is Coming”: Dominic Thiem Expresses Disappointment After Shock Loss to Pablo Andujar at French Open 2021
Djokovic vs Sandgren: Head-to-Head
These athletes have played against each other on three occasions. However, they have all been one-sided and won by Nole. They have played on the hard courts and on the grass at Wimbledon.
via Getty
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA: Tennys Sandgren of the United States celebrates after winning a point during his Men’s Singles third round match against Sam Querrey of the United States on day five of the 2020 Australian Open at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)
Their match tomorrow will be their first meeting on a clay court. In their previous three matches, Tennys has managed to win just one set against the Serbian machine.
Djokovic vs Sandgren: Prediction
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
It will be a mammoth of a task for the American player to register a win against the Serbian athlete. Even more so during a Grand Slam event, World No. 1, Novak Djokovic will in top form and will leave no room for error.
Tennys Sandgren doesn’t prefer the clay courts and his recent results at the clay-court events clearly indicate it. The Serbian player will be the favorite to win this match at the French Open 2021.
Prediction: Novak Djokovic to win in three sets.
ADVERTISEMENT
Article continues below this ad
Watch this story: How Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, and Others Travel
Written by:
