Stuttgart 2022: Marton Fucsovics vs Nick Kyrgios preview, head-to-head, prediction, odds and pick | Boss Open
Match Details
Fixture: Marton Fucsovics vs Nick Kyrgios
Date: 10 June 2022
Tournament: Boss Open 2022.
Round: Quarterfinals.
Venue: Stuttgart, Germany.
Category: ATP 250.
Surface: Grass.
Prize money: €769,645.
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Marton Fucsovics vs Nick Kyrgios preview
World No. 55 Marton Fucsovics will square off against mercurial Australian Nick Kyrgios in the quarterfinals of the Boss Open on Friday.
After a second-round exit at Roland Garros, Fucsovics looks determined to make an impact on grass. The Hungarian has recorded two hard-fought victories over Jurij Rodinov and Hubert Hurkacz at the Boss Open.
Against Hurkacz, Fucsovics started the match in fine fashion, taking the first set 7-5.
Both players held serve throughout the second set, forcing a tie-break. The 30-year-old saved four set points but Hurkacz prevailed in the end to level the match.
Fucsovics showed grit and determination in the decider and was clinical in the crucial moments. He converted his only break-point opportunity in the sixth game and held on to secure a well-deserved 7-5, 6-7(7), 6-3 win.
Kyrgios, meanwhile, has played excellent tennis this year after a forgettable 2021 season. Before traveling to Stuttgart, the 26-year-old was last seen in action at the Houston Open, where he lost to Reilly Opelka in the semifinals.
Kyrgios opened his campaign at the Boss Open with a straight-sets win over Jiri Lehecka. He took on Nikoloz Basilashvili in the Round of 16 and dropped the first set in a tie-break. However, the former World No. 13 turned it on in the second and third sets to mount a comeback and win 6-7(4), 6-4, 6-3.
Marton Fucsovics vs Nick Kyrgios head-to-head
Fucsovics and Kyrgios have never faced each other before, so their head-to-head currently stands at 0-0.
Marton Fucsovics vs Nick Kyrgios odds
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Marton Fucsovics vs Nick Kyrgios prediction
Fucsovics will be high on confidence heading into this match after ousting third seed Hubert Hurkacz with a compelling performance. The Hungarian made use of his speed and physical prowess against Hurkacz, and kept his focus throughout the match. He will look to carry on in the same vein against Kyrgios.
Fucsovics loves playing on grass. He won Wimbledon as a junior in 2010 and made the quarterfinals of the British Major last year. He moves especially well on the surface and possesses a dynamic forehand.
Kyrgios possesses a threat to anyone on the ATP tour because of his unpredictable nature. His biggest asset is his serve. The Australian hit 20 aces against Basilashvili and held serve throughout the match. The former World No. 13 is especially dangerous on grass.
Both players can be their own worst enemy, but considering how well Kyrgios is playing at the moment, he should be able to come through in the end provided he keeps his cool.
Pick: Kyrgios to win in three sets.