Indian Wells Open 2024: Jannik Sinner vs Jiri Lehecka preview, head-to-head, prediction, live streaming details

Published at :March 14, 2024 at 6:10 PM

Modified at :March 14, 2024 at 6:10 PM

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This is the first meeting between both player on ATP Tour.

Jannik Sinner’s remarkable start to the 2024 season continues unabated. The Italian maestro is riding a 15-match winning streak, with a total of 18 victories stretching back to last season’s Davis Cup. On Tuesday, he delivered a masterclass against local favorite Ben Shelton at the Indian Wells Open 2024.

Sinner expertly neutralized Shelton’s powerful game to secure a 7-6(4), 6-1 victory in just 1 hour and 38 minutes. This triumph also marked Sinner’s 150th win on hard courts, a milestone that distinguishes him as the first player born since 2000 to reach such a feat.

On a quest for his third consecutive title in 2024, following successes at the Australian Open and Rotterdam, Sinner has amassed an impressive 35 wins in his last 37 matches since his fourth-round departure at the 2023 US Open. A victory here would bestow upon him his second ATP Masters 1000 title, adding to his triumph in Toronto last August.

Jiri Lehecka, too, has savored early success in his 2024 campaign, clinching the Adelaide International in January for his inaugural ATP Tour title. The Czech player ascended into the top 25, achieving a career-high ranking of No. 23 on January 15th, and subsequently made a quarter-final showing in Dubai.

For Lehecka, it was a moment of retribution as he overcame Andrey Rublev at Indian Wells in their round of 32 encounter, rectifying his defeat at the same venue last year. The World No. 32 then orchestrated an upset over Stefanos Tsitsipas, setting up his inaugural clash with Sinner.

Jannik Sinner vs Jiri Lehecka – Preview

Lehecka is marking his inaugural quarter-final appearance at Indian Wells on his second attempt, boasting a commendable 4-1 win-loss record at the venue. In contrast, Sinner, the 2023 semifinalist, holds a formidable 9-2 record. The victor of the Lehecka-Sinner clash will face either Alexander Zverev or the reigning champion, Carlos Alcaraz, in the subsequent round.

Reflecting on the 2023 edition, Lehecka’s journey was cut short in the round of 64 by Andrey Rublev. However, he has redeemed himself this year by eliminating Rublev early in the 2024 tournament. Sinner, with greater experience at Indian Wells Masters, is participating in his fourth main draw. After reaching the semifinals in 2023, the Italian is likely eager for a potential rematch with Alcaraz.

Head-to-head records

Matches – 1

Jannik Sinner – 1

Jiri Lehecka – 0

Jannik Sinner won 6-4, 6-2 in the 3rd round in the Ostrava Challenger back in 2019 in their only recorded meeting.

Where and how to watch the live streaming and TV broadcast of Jannik Sinner vs Jiri Lehecka, Indian Wells Open 2024, quarter-final match in India?

Tennis fans in India can tune into the live action of the 2024 BNP Paribas Open also Known as Indian Wells Open 2024 as it gets into its business end on the Sony Network. The Network caters to television viewers along with those who look to stream the action live. SonyLiv is the streaming option available for Indian viewers.

Tennis TV also provides full coverage of the Indian Wells event along with replays and highlights of popular matches on demand and in full high definition.

Prediction

Two of tennis’s most promising talents are set to clash in the quarterfinals of the 2024 BNP Paribas Open. Jannik Sinner, with his sights set on surpassing last year’s performance, is vying for his maiden Indian Wells title.

Jiri Lehecka, riding the wave of his recent Adelaide International victory, is eager to challenge the formidable Italian, putting their past Challenger circuit encounter firmly behind him.

Sinner has been in formidable form this year, claiming two titles. He triumphed over World No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the Melbourne semifinals and overcame Daniil Medvedev in the finals. The Italian’s journey to the semi-final was flawless, not conceding a single set until his bout with Djokovic. His dominance continued in Rotterdam, where he surrendered just one set en route to victory, culminating in a 7-5, 6-4 win against Australia’s Alex de Minaur, marking his twelfth victory of the season.

In the service game, Sinner has been exceptional, winning an impressive 94% of his service games in 2024. Lehecka’s performance is commendable as well, with an 83% win rate. However, Lehecka has encountered 94 break points this year, in contrast to Sinner’s 60, hinting at potential vulnerabilities in the Czech player’s service.

Both athletes share a first-serve percentage of 62%. Sinner has secured 78% of his first-serve points, while Lehecka has claimed 74%. The duo has generated ample break point opportunities, with Sinner at 100 and Lehecka slightly ahead at 105. Sinner boasts a break point conversion rate of 47%, compared to Lehecka’s 35%. Notably, Lehecka has amassed 105 aces this season, outpacing Sinner’s 87.

Each player has weaknesses that the other could exploit. A notable statistic is Lehecka’s career win rate against right-handed players, which is just above 50%, whereas Sinner’s is an impressive 74%.

Lehecka has also experienced defeat four times this season after losing the first set, a trend he’ll be keen to reverse in this high-stakes matchup.

Result: Jannik Sinner to win in three sets.

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