This second-round match at the Miami Open features world-class talent Carlos Alcaraz taking on the experienced Belgian, David Goffin. While the odds strongly favor Alcaraz, history has shown that Goffin is no stranger to giving top-ranked players a hard time. Given Goffin’s fighting spirit and Alcaraz’s solid form, this match could be more competitive than expected.
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Goffin has had an up-and-down season, struggling for consistency. After a poor showing in Indian Wells, where he lost early in a Challenger event to Altmaier, he came to Miami looking to regain confidence. His first-round match against Vukic was a thriller, as he had to dig deep to come from behind and win in three sets. Despite his recent struggles, Goffin has a history of stepping up against elite opponents, often making matches more competitive than expected. His game relies on precise baseline exchanges and tactical play rather than raw power, which could help him extend rallies against Alcaraz.
Despite his surprising semi-final loss to Jack Draper in Indian Wells, Alcaraz remains one of the most dominant forces on tour. His aggressive baseline game, powerful forehand, and excellent movement make him a nightmare for most opponents. Although he is expected to win comfortably, there are slight concerns regarding his ability to maintain peak focus throughout a match, especially against a player who excels in long rallies like Goffin.
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David Goffin vs Carlos Alcaraz – Match Analysis
Alcaraz will likely try to dictate play with his explosive forehand and high-intensity movement, while Goffin will aim to absorb pressure and extend points as much as possible. Given Goffin’s ability to resist top players, a routine 6-2, 6-2 win seems unlikely. Even if Alcaraz wins in straight sets, Goffin has the experience and consistency to push the total game count higher than what the bookmakers anticipate.
Betting Tip – David Goffin vs Carlos Alcaraz
The best betting option for this match is Over 17.5 Games, as Goffin is known for making matches competitive, and even a 6-4, 6-2 scoreline would be enough to cash this bet. An alternative option is Carlos Alcaraz to win 2-0, as, despite Goffin’s resilience, Alcaraz’s firepower should be too much over the course of the match.
Betting Tip: Over 17.5 Games
Betting Odds: 1.72
Bookmaker: Cloudbet