Reilly Opelka vs Rinky Hijikata Prediction

Reilly Opelka, currently ranked 94, has a form index of 33.42 and an Elo rating of 829.56. His surface strength index of 3.18 indicates he may struggle on clay, despite his notable mean serve index of 98.90, which reflects his strong serving capability. Opelka's mean return index of 83.28 also suggests he may be less effective on his opponent's serve. In contrast, Rinky Hijikata, ranked 82, has a lower form index of 24.95, but a better surface strength index of 5.31. His mean serve index of 95.04 is slightly lower than Opelka's, but his mean return index of 86.08 gives him a significant advantage in return games with a difference greater than 5 points. Analyzing their recent performances, Opelka's last three matches have resulted in one win and two losses, with both losses coming in straight sets. His victory against Enrico Dalla Valle was a positive note, but overall, his recent form lacks consistency. On the other hand, Hijikata has faced similar struggles, losing two of his last three matches, including a recent encounter against Corentin Moutet. However, he has shown resilience in longer matches, indicating that he can compete well even under pressure.