Barcelona Open 2024: Casper Ruud vs Tomas Etcheverry preview, head-to-head, prediction, live streaming details

Published at :April 20, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Modified at :April 20, 2024 at 10:54 PM

(Courtesy : ATP Tour/ Humburg European Open)

Casper Ruud has played only one match against Tomas Etcheverry.

With his consistent and reliable performances at the Barcelona Open 2024, it seems like Casper Ruud has rolled up his sleeves for the French Open. The Norwegian is a two-time runner-up at Roland Garros and has been in stellar form in the clay season in the past couple of years.

Ruud, who defeated Novak Djokovic in the semifinals of the 2024 Monte Carlo Masters last week in a three-set thriller, lost the finals against Stefanos Tsitsipas in disappointing fashion. Nevertheless, yet again, the 25-year-old is expected to face Tsitsipas in the finals of the ATP 500 Barcelona Open.

Before facing the Greek tennis star, the two-time Roland Garros runner-up will be up against 13th-seed Tomas Etcheverry in the semifinals.

However, Tomas Etcheverry has also shown his on-court prowess in the ongoing Barcelona campaign. The Argentine tennis star has been in decent form in the Catalan city, Etcheverry has lost only one set in the ongoing competition.

Casper Ruud vs Tomas Etcheverry Match Details

Date: April 20, Saturday.

Time: 5:00 PM (IST)

Venue: Pista Rafa Nadal at Real Club De Barcelona, Barcelona

Casper Ruud vs Tomas Etcheverry Preview

Casper Ruud has been a favourite to win the 2024 Barcelona Open from the start. Moreover, the 25-year-old is yet to drop a set in the tournament. Ruud has recorded comfortable wins over Alexandre Müller, Jordan Thompson and Matteo Arnaldi in the first three rounds. Hence, with his significant baseline aggression, the Norwegian tennis star could pose a considerable challenge for Tomas Etcheverry.

Seeded 13th, Tomas Etcheverry faced the Dominican Republic’s Nick Hardt in his first match in Barcelona, which was not a significant challenge for the Argentine as he avoided being forced into a tiebreak in the first set and sealed the victory 7-5, 6-2. However, Etcheverry encountered a tough opponent, Brandon Nakashima, in the second round.

The American tennis star defeated the likes of second seed Andrey Rublev in straight sets in the Round of 32. However, he lost a three-setter against Etcheverry 3-6, 7-6 (7), 6-4 in the pre-quarterfinals. In the quarterfinals, the 24-year-old defeated Cameron Norrie in straight sets and secured a spot in the semi-finals.

Head-to-Head

Matches : 1

Casper Ruud : 1

Tomas Etcheverry : 0

In their sole encounter, Casper Ruud emerged victorious over Tomas Etcheverry during the 2023 China Open’s Round of 16, played on an outdoor hard court. The match concluded with a scoreline of 1-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7) in favour of Ruud.

Where and how to watch the live streaming and TV broadcast of Casper Ruud vs Tomas Etcheverry, Barcelona Open 2024, Semifinal match in India?

The clash between Ruud and Etcheverry will be live-streamed on Tennis TV for Indian viewers. However, there won’t be a live telecast for the ATP 500 event.

Prediction

Taking a look at their last encounter, Etcheverry commits relatively fewer unforced errors compared to Ruud, which should aid him throughout the match. Moreover, the Argentine tennis star also holds an advantage over the ATP World No. 6 in scoring winners and net points.

Consequently, Tomas Etcheverry’s agility will be a matter of concern for Ruud. However, the 25-year-old’s aggression may steer him to victory. Interestingly, Etcheverry’s playing style bears some resemblance to Casper Ruud’s previous opponent, Matteo Arnaldi

Prediction: Casper Ruud to win in straight sets

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