Indian Wells Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz vs Matteo Arnaldi preview, head-to-head, prediction, live streaming details

Published at :March 8, 2024 at 11:12 PM

Modified at :March 8, 2024 at 11:12 PM

(Courtesy : Economic Times/X)

This is the second meeting between both players.

As the California sun blazes over the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, the Indian Wells Open 2024 witnesses the return of its reigning champion, Carlos Alcaraz. The young Spaniard clinched the title last year without dropping a set and stepping onto the court. Despite a recent ankle injury casting a shadow over his impeccable form, Alcaraz’s resolve remains unshaken as he prepares to defend his crown.

On the other side, Matteo Arnaldi, Italy’s rising talent, is fresh from a commanding straight-sets victory over France’s Luca Van Assche. Arnaldi, served up 11 aces to secure a twin tie-break triumph. Carlos Alcaraz and Matteo Arnaldi are poised to compete in their second career encounter.

Carlos Alcaraz vs Matteo Arnaldi Preview

Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spanish sensation currently ranked number 2 in the world, has had a season of highs and lows. His journey to the quarterfinals at the Australian Open and the semifinals at the Argentina Open showcased his formidable talent on the court.

However, an unfortunate injury at the Rio Open led to an early retirement from the match, casting a shadow over his otherwise stellar performance this year. Despite this setback, Alcaraz’s recent exhibition match against the legendary Rafael Nadal in Las Vegas signals a strong comeback and readiness to compete at the highest level.

Matteo Arnaldi, the 23-year-old Italian powerhouse, has been climbing the ranks with his aggressive playstyle. Currently sitting at ATP rank 40, Arnaldi has demonstrated his versatility across different surfaces. His recent victory over a top 10 player at the Mexican Open has solidified his status as a formidable opponent on the ATP tour.

Arnaldi secured a remarkable victory against Impervious Luca Van Assche. Italian defeated Van Asche in straight sets. Arnaldi was particularly dominant on serve closing out 79% of his first serve and playing an excellent baseline game.

Head-to-head records

Matches – 1

Carlos Alcaraz – 1

Matteo Arnaldi –0

The head-to-head record is in favor of Alcaraz, stemming from their last encounter at the 2023 US Open, Where the Spaniard defeated the Italian 6-3, 6-3, 6-4.

Where and how to watch live streaming and TV broadcast of Carlos Alcaraz vs Matteo Arnaldi, Indian Wells Open 2024, match in India, UK, and USA?

Tennis fans in India can watch the Indian Wells Open 2024, also known as the BNP Paribas Open, live on SonyLiv and the Sony TV channels. In the UK and the US, live coverage is available on Sky Sports Tennis and the Tennis Channel, respectively

Date/Match Timings

India: 9th March (7:30 Am IST: Tentative)

USA: 8th March (6:00 Pm UTC: Tentative)

UK: 9th March (2:00 Am GMT: Tentative)

Prediction

Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning champion, is poised to continue his dominance on the desert courts. With a commendable 6-3 record in 2024 and an impressive 4-1 on hard courts, Alcaraz’s form is peaking at the right moment. His nearly 80% win rate this season is a testament to his consistency and lethal finishing ability. Matteo Arnaldi, despite his ascent into the top 40 and recent victory over a top 10 player at the Mexican Open, will find Alcaraz’s power a formidable challenge.

The slow desert courts will amplify Alcaraz’s baseline game, allowing him to craft points meticulously and unleash his power to close out rallies. Expect Alcaraz to leverage his experience and superior court coverage to secure victory in straight sets, as Arnaldi’s baseline resilience may not be enough to counter the Spaniard’s aggressive play. Alcaraz’s ability to escalate his game under pressure will likely see him through, adding another win to his impressive season tally.

Result: Alcaraz to win in straight sets

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