ATP Stockholm quarterfinal predictions: Rublev vs Wawrinka

Tallon Griekspoor versus Casper Ruud

Head-to-head: Griekspoor 2-2 Ruud

The quarter-final duel between Casper Ruud and Tallon Griekspoor promises to be an exciting duel, as their direct record remains the same. However, Ruud has won the last two meetings, both on hard courts. Although the two-time Roland Garros finalist is known as a clay court specialist, he has performed well on hard courts this year, posting a solid 22-10 record. Griekspoor also had a respectable season with a record of 15-12 on hard courts and 27-23 overall. Ruud’s standout moments this year came on clay, where he reached the Monte Carlo final, won in Barcelona and reached the semi-finals at Roland Garros. As the Norwegian pushes to qualify for the ATP World Tour Finals, he will be highly motivated to secure a quarter-final victory.

Prediction: Ruud in 2

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Dominic Stricker vs. Grigor Dimitrov

Head-to-head: First meeting

Dominic Stephen Stricker undoubtedly has a bright future ahead of him, but his inconsistency on the ATP Tour this season has been evident, with a modest 7-6 record on hard courts. That doesn’t inspire much confidence ahead of his first meeting with Grigor Dimitrov. At the start of the season, Stricker showed his potential, but against an opponent like Dimitrov he might find it difficult to gain a foothold. The Bulgarian, meanwhile, had a solid year and reached the final of the Miami Masters, where he comfortably defeated Carlos Alcaraz. He also played a key role in Team Europe’s victory at the Laver Cup last month, defeating Ben Shelton in straight sets. Given Dimitrov’s current form and experience, he is the clear favorite to reach the semi-finals.

Prediction: Dimitrov in 2

Andrey Rublev vs. Stanislas Wawrinka

Head-to-head race: Rublev – Wawrinka 2:2

Prediction: Rublev in 3

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