By Tony Fairbairn
- Cameron Norrie [9] v Soonwoo Kwon [Q]
- H2H: Norrie leads 1-0
MADRID, SPAIN – Cameron Norrie searches for confidence as he takes on Soonwoo Kwon in his opening match in Madrid.
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H2H & Match Fundamentals
Cameron Norrie [9] v Soonwoo Kwon [Q] | H2H: Norrie leads 1-0 |
Madrid Open | Madrid, Spain |
Clay (O) | Prize Money: €26,960 |
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After an underwhelming start to the clay court season so far, Cameron Norrie looks for more confidence in Madrid as he takes on Soonwoo Kwon in his opening match.
Tale of the Tape – Key Stats (2022 – Clay)
H2H: | Cameron Norrie (WR 11) | Soonwoo Kwon (WR 71) |
Tournament Previous Best | N/A | N/A |
1st Serve % | 72.4 | 55.8 |
Service Games Won % | 75.4 | 74 |
Break Points Saved % | 65.9 | 59.2 |
2nd Serve Return Points Won % | 48.6 | 54 |
Break Points Converted % | 37.5 | 30.8 |
Norrie is the more effective player on serve and return as the statistics show however Kwon’s 2nd serve return should be something for the Brit to be wary of.
Playing styles and prediction
The South Korean has struggled for form since winning the title in Nur-Saltan at the end of last year. Kwon’s baseline play allows him to use his defensive qualities on clay but lacks that clinical edge and aggression that is needed to make the top 50 in the world.
Norrie will look to slowly build confidence in the longer rallies and use his variety in shot-making to cause Kwon trouble from the back of the court. The faster court conditions will favour Kwon slightly more but will allow Norrie to be slightly more aggressive than usual. The Brit’s experience and overall skill level should get him through this opening round.
Prediction: Norrie in straight sets.
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