Umag 2024: Andrey Rublev vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli preview, head-to-head, prediction and pick | Croatia Open
Match Details
Fixture: (1) Andrey Rublev vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli
Date: July 23, 2024
Tournament: Croatia Open 2024
Round: Second Round
Venue: Umag, Croatia
Category: ATP 250
Surface: Clay
Prize money: €562,515
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Andrey Rublev vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli preview
Top seed Andrey Rublev will square off against Camilo Ugo Carabelli in the second round of the Croatia Open on Tuesday.
Rublev has had a season filled with ups and downs. He's chalked up 24 wins from 37 matches, including title-winning runs at the Hong Kong Open and the Madrid Open. He also reached the third round of the French Open, where he lost to Matteo Arnaldi in straight sets.
The Russian will enter Umag on the back of shocking first round exits at Wimbledon and the Swedish Open. He was stunned by Francisco Comesana in London and Thiago Agustin Tirante in Bastad, 7-6(5), 3-6, 6-4.
Camilo Ugo Carabelli, meanwhile, has played most of his tennis at the ATP Challenger circuit this year. He reached the second round of the Argentina Open, where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets.
The Argentine will enter Umag also on the back of early exits at Wimbledon and the Swedish Open. He clinched the first set against Henrique Rocha in Bastad, but the Portuguese fought back to earn the win 4-6, 6-2, 6-2. Carabelli will be keen to present a strong challenge against Rublev.
Andrey Rublev vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli head-to-head
The head-to-head between Rublev and Ugo Carabelli is locked at 0-0.
Andrey Rublev vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli odds
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Andrey Rublev vs Camilo Ugo Carabelli prediction
Rublev has been one of the most consistent players on tour over the last few years. Despite winning multiple trophies at the ATP 250, ATP 500, and Masters 1000 level, he is yet to open his account at majors. Following early exits in London and Bastad, the Russian will be keen to get back to winning ways in Umag.
Carabelli has made a name for himself at the ATP Challenger circuit with title-winning runs in Piracicaba and the Santa Cruz De La Sierra Challenger. However, he is yet to find his feet on the main tour. The Argentine has a decent all-round game and sharp decision-making skills on court.
Considering their recent results and record at the highest level, Rublev will be the clear favorite to win this bout. The top seed will need to keep his emotions in check and hold his nerve during the crucial moments. If he manages that, he should be able to get back to winning ways in Umag.
Pick: Rublev to win in straight sets.