Hubert Hurkacz Faces Alex Michelsen in Rolex Paris Masters: Predictions and Odds

Polish tennis player Hubert Hurkacz, currently ranked 14th in the world, is set to face American player Alex Michelsen in the first round of the Rolex Paris Masters on October 29, 2024. This match marks the first time these two players will compete against each other in a main tour event.

Hurkacz, who has had a mixed recent performance, comes into this match after losing to Jack Draper in the second round of the Japan Open in September. Despite his inconsistent form, Hurkacz has a strong overall record, with a 40-18 win-loss tally in 2024 and a positive 63-53 record on indoor hard courts throughout his career.

Michelsen, ranked 44th in the world, is looking to establish himself as a top 50 player. He has recently lost his last two matches, including a defeat to Marcos Giron in Vienna and a tough loss to Novak Djokovic in a match that saw both sets go to a tie-break. However, Michelsen had a notable performance in Tokyo, where he reached the quarterfinals and secured a win over Stefanos Tsitsipas.

The odds favor Hurkacz, with a 54.95% probability of winning according to Ladbrokes, while Michelsen has a 45.05% chance. Predictions suggest that the match could be close, with many expecting over 0.5 tie-breaks to be played given the recent trends in both players’ matches.