Cameron Norrie is preparing to face Ethan Quinn in the ATP 500 Barcelona Round of 16. The match is scheduled for April 15. Norrie’s clay experience gives him an edge in this competitive matchup.
Norrie’s Recent Form
Cameron Norrie has lost three of his last five matches. Last week in Monte Carlo, Norrie lost to de Minaur in the second round in three sets. This week in Barcelona, Norrie defeated Wawrinka in three tight sets. He had a chance to close out the match in straight sets, but fumbled under pressure late in the second set. Last season in Barcelona, the Brit lost to Khachanov in the opening round in three sets.
Quinn’s Path to the Round of 16
Ethan Quinn has won three of his last five matches. Last week in Monte Carlo, Quinn lost to Atmane in the opening match in straight sets. This week in Barcelona, Quinn qualified for the main draw of the tournament. In the final qualifying round, Quinn defeated Merida Aguilar in straight sets. In the opening main draw round, Quinn defeated Opelka in straight sets. He offered no breakpoints. In the second set tiebreak, the American saved one set point. Last season in Barcelona, Quinn lost to Alcaraz in the opening round in straight sets.
Norrie Favoured Due to Experience
According to the bookies, Norrie is the slight favourite in this matchup. Norrie winning is considered a value bet. Both players struggle on clay. However, the Brit has more experience than Quinn and was a quarterfinalist here three times. We expect him to be a better player.
Jodar’s Dominance
Rafael Jodar has won five straight matches. Two weeks ago in Marrakech, Jodar won the title, defeating Trungelliti in the final in straight sets. With that title, the Spaniard climbed up the rankings. This week in Barcelona, Jodar demolished Munar in the opening round in straight sets. He offered no breakpoints and served well throughout the match.
Ugo Carabelli’s Recent Performances
Camilo Ugo Carabelli has won four of his last five matches. The last match he played before the ATP Barcelona was in Marrakech, where he lost to Jodar in the semifinals. This week in Barcelona, the Argentine upset Khachanov in the opening round in straight sets. He served well, not offering any breakpoints. Around this time last season, he played in Madrid, where he lost to O`Connell in the opening match.
Jodar vs Ugo Carabelli Prediction
According to the bookies, Jodar is the favourite in this matchup. He is in great form and has just demolished Munar on home soil. Two weeks ago in Marrakech, the Spaniard defeated Ugo Carabelli under similar conditions, winning in straight sets. We expect a similar outcome today.
The final ATP 500 Barcelona Round of 16 matches on April 15 feature players in strong form and contrasting experience levels.