Match Details
Fixture: (2) Alexander Zverev vs David Goffin
Date: October 9, 2024
Tournament: Shanghai Masters 2024
Round: Fourth Round (Round of 16)
Venue: Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena, Shanghai, China
Category: ATP Masters 1000
Surface: Outdoor Hardcourt
Prize Money: $8,995,555
Live Telecast: USA - Tennis Channel | UK - Sky Sports | Canada - TSN
Alexander Zverev vs David Goffin preview
German star Alexander Zverev will take on David Goffin in the fourth round of the 2024 Shanghai Masters on Wednesday, October 9.
Zverev, the tournament’s second-highest seed, has exhibited impressive form this season. He has already overcome Tallon Griekspoor in three sets and Mattia Bellucci in straight sets in Shanghai. Prior to this tournament, he was a member of Bjorn Borg’s Team Europe, which secured their fifth Laver Cup title after a two-year victory over Team World. He also reached the US Open quarterfinals this year, falling to runner-up Taylor Fritz in four sets. His path to the US Open quarterfinals included victories over Brandon Nakashima, Tomas Martin Etcheverry, Alexandre Muller, and Maximilian Marterer.
David Goffin, on the other hand, started his Shanghai campaign in the Round of 128, defeating Marcos Giron and fifteenth seed Lorenzo Musetti in three sets, as well as James Duckworth in two sets. At the US Open, he reached the third round, where he lost to Tomas Machac in straight sets.
Based on recent form, Zverev, the German player, is the favorite to come out on top. He has won 76% of his matches in the past twelve months, compared to Goffin, the Belgian, who has won 64% of his matches.
Alexander Zverev vs David Goffin head-to-head
The rivalry between Zverev and Goffin dates back a decade to 2014. They have faced each other seven times since then, with Zverev holding a slight advantage, winning four out of their seven encounters.
Alexander Zverev vs David Goffin odds
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Alexander Zverev vs David Goffin prediction
Both players bring unique strengths to this match, promising an exciting encounter. Zverev possesses a powerful and fast serve that can reach speeds of up to 130 mph, while Goffin excels at returning serves. The US Open quarterfinalist also boasts one of the strongest backhands on tour and dominates from the baseline. In contrast, Goffin is a skilled counterpuncher, often utilizing his opponent’s pace to his advantage.
Both players exhibit exceptional court coverage, making their rallies particularly intriguing. Additionally, they prioritize a solid defense, avoiding immediate aggressive shots. Although Goffin is older at thirty-three, Zverev has achieved greater success, accumulating twenty-two titles at the age of twenty-seven. The German is also favored to win, having faced higher-ranked opponents (average rank of 52) in the past twelve months compared to the Belgian (average rank of 126), which will likely benefit him.
Pick: Alexander Zverev in three sets.