Frances Tiafoe vs Roman Safiullin Prediction

Frances Tiafoe, currently ranked 16th, boasts a form index of 37.08 and an Elo rating of 1552.23, indicating a strong competitive level. He has a fatigue level of 0.0, suggesting he is fresh for the match. His surface strength index of 13.96 shows that he is relatively comfortable on clay, while his mean serve index of 97.56 highlights his serving capabilities. In contrast, Roman Safiullin, ranked 77th, has a lower form index of 29.44 and an Elo rating of 815.67. His surface strength index of 6.75 indicates a lesser affinity for clay, and while his mean serve index is respectable at 96.20, it is not enough to match Tiafoe's advantage. Additionally, Tiafoe's mean return index of 86.80 surpasses Safiullin's 88.27, showcasing his superior return game. In recent performances, Tiafoe has struggled, winning only one of his last three matches, with a notable victory over Yunchaokete Bu. However, he faced defeats against stronger opponents like Roberto Bautista Agut and Sebastian Ofner. On the other hand, Safiullin has lost all three of his last matches, suggesting he has been out of form, with his most recent loss against Alexander Bublik at the Rome tournament. Both players enter this match with a mix of recent challenges, but Tiafoe's overall ranking and performance metrics provide him a crucial edge.