Botic van de Zandschulp vs Casper Ruud Prediction: Another Triumph for Ruud?

Prediction for the ATP Monte Carlo match, which will take place on April 12th. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

For the Dutchman, the upcoming tournament is his second on the clay this season. The first was in Marrakech, where Botik lost in the first match to the Australian O'Connell in three sets. In Monaco, he played one match and, with some difficulty, knocked Hungarian Marton Fucsovics out of the tournament, beating him in three games 3-6, 7-2, 6-1 in two hours 39 minutes. The Dutchman served twice on four double faults and won 67% of his first serve points and 51% of his second. Reception stats: 35%/51%, winners/unforced errors 16/16.

Due to his win in Estoril, Casper Ruud retained fourth place and even moved to third place, beating last year's Monte Carlo winner Stefanos Tsitsipas. Casper Ruud had four matches in Portugal, knocking out Sousa, Baez, Gali, and Kecmanovic. It's too early to say that Ruud is at his peak, but Casper has recovered from a disappointing start to the season and is gradually gaining momentum.

Despite the H2H statistics, we believe Casper won't have any problems in the upcoming game. Not so long ago, Ruud lost to Botik in Miami, but it was apparent that the Norwegian was not ready then. Since then, Ruud's tonus has improved, as evidenced by his triumph in Estoril. He should get revenge for his recent loss to Botik in Miami, and he'll do it in two sets.

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