Raphael Collignon vs Casper Ruud Prediction

Casper Ruud ranks 12th in the world and holds a form index of 55.99, reflecting solid performance. His Elo rating stands at 3237.39, indicating a strong position in the professional circuit. Ruud also possesses a notable surface strength index of 20.02, showcasing his adaptability and skill on hard courts. In contrast, Raphael Collignon ranks 105th, with a form index of 40.24 and an Elo rating of 461.36, demonstrating a significant gap in experience and recent form. Both players share the same cumulative fatigue of 174 minutes, but Ruud's superior statistics suggest he can manage his energy more effectively. In their recent performances, Ruud has won his latest match against Sebastian Ofner in straight sets, while Collignon also secured a victory over Daniel Elahi Galan but has faced challenges in his prior matches. Notably, Collignon experienced two consecutive losses prior to this match, which may affect his confidence. Additionally, the difference in their mean serve index is marginal (Ruud at 95.45 and Collignon at 96.14), but Ruud's mean return index (85.62) is lower than Collignon's (91.49), indicating that Collignon may have the edge in return games.