Rinky Hijikata vs Flavio Cobolli Prediction

Rinky Hijikata, currently ranked 114, has a form index of 44.20 and an Elo rating of 640.27. His fatigue level stands at 292 minutes, indicating he has spent a significant amount of time on the court in this tournament. In terms of surface performance, Hijikata has a surface strength index of 6.53, a mean serve index of 96.42, and a mean return index of 86.34. Flavio Cobolli, on the other hand, holds a much stronger rank at 22, an Elo rating of 1351.34, and zero cumulative fatigue, suggesting he is fresh for this match. His surface strength index is notably higher at 9.83, with a mean serve index of 95.13 and a mean return index of 87.96. The difference in mean return indices, with Cobolli's exceeding Hijikata's by over 5 points, indicates Cobolli's superior returning capabilities. In their recent performances, Hijikata has had a mixed bag, winning 2 out of his last 3 matches, including a hard-fought victory against Timofey Skatov where he played for 134 minutes. However, he also faced a setback against Ugo Blanchet, losing that match. Conversely, Cobolli has struggled in his recent outings, losing his last two matches against Jaume Munar and Learner Tien, but he did secure a notable win over Andrey Rublev prior to those losses, showcasing his potential despite the recent downturn.