Jakub Mensik vs Luca Nardi Prediction

Jakub Mensik, currently ranked 17, boasts a solid form index of 54.28 and an Elo rating of 1440.39. His cumulative fatigue stands at 72 minutes, indicating he is relatively fresh for this round. Mensik’s surface strength index of 15.55, mean serve index of 97.37, and mean return index of 87.45 suggest he possesses both powerful serving capabilities and strong returning skills. In contrast, Luca Nardi, ranked 98, has a significantly lower form index of 40.28 and an Elo rating of 715.13. His fatigue level is considerably higher at 436 minutes, which may hinder his performance. Nardi's surface strength index is only 6.82, and while his mean serve index at 94.92 is competitive, Mensik’s serve index exceeds it by over 5 points, providing an edge in that department. Both players have had mixed results in their recent outings. Mensik's last three matches include a strong victory against Ethan Quinn, a loss to Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, and a win against Tristan Boyer. Nardi, on the other hand, has secured wins against Denis Shapovalov and Thiago Agustin Tirante but suffered a loss to Alexander Blockx. Despite Nardi's recent victories, the cumulative fatigue and lower form index suggest he may struggle against a fresher and higher-ranked Mensik.