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Tennis | ATP Rome 2024 | Draper takes on Coric in clay court showdown ahead of Roland Garros

Tony Fairbairn
Tennis

By Tony Fairbairn

  • Jack Draper v Borna Coric
  • H2H: First Meeting
ROME, ITALY – Jack Draper will continue his search for form ahead of Roland Garros when he takes on Borna Coric in his opening round match in Rome.

 

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H2H & Match Fundamentals

Jack Draper v Borna Coric          H2H: First Meeting   
ATP Rome 2024 Rome, Italy   
Clay (O) Prize Money: €20,360
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Jack Draper is aiming for consistent momentum ahead of Roland Garros and will begin that search against Borna Coric in a blockbuster opening round match in Rome.

 

Tale of the Tape – Key Stats (2024)

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H2H: Jack Draper (WR 40) Borna Coric (WR 55)
Tournament Previous Best N/A   Quarter-Final (2023)  
1st Serve % 58.1 61.8
Service Games Won % 82.5 80
Break Points Saved % 62.7 65.6
2nd Serve Return Points Won % 51.8 52.3
Break Points Converted % 50.3 37

Draper has been more efficient on serve but Coric’s statistics have been more convincing and dominant on serve.

 

 

Playing Styles and Prediction

Coric’s second round loss to Alexander Zverev in Madrid means the Croatian still hasn’t won back-to-back matches since Montpellier in February. Now the 27 year-old will aim to add consistency to his powerful game as he will look to climb back up the rankings and be in contention for a Grand Slam seeding spot towards the end of year.

Draper will look to continue his efficient returning as he will aim for depth in order to force Coric into hitting shorter balls into the court. Meanwhile Coric will aim to continue his big serving under pressure as he will use the forehand to force Draper into uncomfortable positions on the court. This will be a tough match for Draper against a player who has produced consistently good results on clay in the past. However the Brit should have too much confidence and quality as there is no better time to be playing the vulnerable Croatian.

Prediction: Draper in three sets.

 

 

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