Rublev and Auger-Aliassime Face Off at the US Open

Andrey Rublev and Felix Auger-Aliassime are about to clash at the Billy Janking National Tennis Centre on Monday. Both have their own challenges to face on this significant stage.

Rublev’s recent win has brought him to his 10th Grand Slam quarterfinal, a chance for him to break a streak of disappointment in major tournaments. Despite being a top 10 player for several years and winning two Masters 1000 titles, he’s still in search of a major breakthrough.

For Russian players, this might be a golden opportunity. The next match could feature either Alex de Minaur or Leandro Reedy as their quarterfinal competitor.

On the other side, Auger-Aliassime has already tasted success at a high level, reaching the semifinals of the 2021 US Open. This performance was quite memorable for his hometown supporters in Montreal, as he is now part of the new wave of players expected to carry the torch after the current legends retire.

However, Auger-Aliassime’s career has faced hurdles due to injuries and some inconsistency in performance. His impressive serve is a real asset, but it seems his overall game hasn’t quite kept pace, leading to unexpected losses against lower-ranked opponents, even after notable victories, like his win over Alexander Zverev.

Rublev has a tendency to lose focus during matches, but his diverse skill set could be a solid counter to Auger-Aliassime’s aggressive playstyle. They’ve faced each other eight times before, with Rublev coming out on top in seven of those encounters.

On Monday, it looks like backing the more consistent player—Rublev—might be the wise choice.

**Play:** Rublev -140 (bet365)