2021 Mubadala World Tennis Championship – Quarter-Final – Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov on and what time does it start? Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov will take place on Thursday 16th December, 2021 – not before 12:00 (UK)
Where is Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov taking place? Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov will take place at the International Tennis Centre in Abu Dhabi, UAE
What surface is Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov being played on? Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov
What channel is Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov on? Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov will be televised live on Eurosport
Where can I stream Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Taylor Fritz vs Denis Shapovalov live on Sky Go, while the Eurosport website and app can also be used in addition to discovery+
THE PREDICTION
World number 14 Denis Shapovalov made the semi-finals of Wimbledon back in July for a best-ever run at a Grand Slam but his form since that achievement left much to be desired. The 22-year-old will always be a threat but it will be fascinating to see if he can finally develop more consistency in 2022. Here in Abu Dhabi he faces world number 23 Taylor Fritz for a fifth time in their careers, leading the 24-year-old 4-1 in their head-to-head record. Fritz ended the season in superb form after a poor start to 2021 and were this match taking place last month the American would be the favourite to win. A long break might have done Shapovalov the world of good whilst negatively affecting Fritz momentum but a win apiece this year suggests this match could go to three sets. Take that option, or for the more consistent Fritz to win at least a set, and leave the winner up to chance.
