Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert Preview & Prediction | 2024 Dubai Tennis Championships | Round of 16
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? ATP 500
When is Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert on and what time does it start? Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert will take place on Wednesday 28th February, 2024 – not before 12:00 (UK)
Where is Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert taking place? Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert will take place at the Aviation Club Tennis Centre in Dubai, UAE
What surface is Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert being played on? Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert
What channel is Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert on in the UK? Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Andy Murray vs Ugo Humbert live on Sky Go, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
Former world number one Andy Murray has hinted quite heavily that he may be set to call time on his illustrious career this season, perhaps even this summer, after a poor few months on tour. The 36-year-old has managed to pick up two wins in the space of a week to show for some encouraging signs, though, but he will need to improve on a comeback over an out of sorts Denis Shapovalov on Monday. The Brit leads French number one Ugo Humbert 2-0 in their head-to-head but the pair have not met since 2021, where Murray came back from a set down to oust Humbert in his native Metz. 25-year-old Humbert won his native tournament at the end of last season to cap off an excellent return to form in 2023 and he made it four career titles with victory in Montpellier earlier this month. Humbert overcame Gael Monfils in three tight sets on Tuesday to suggest there is some scope for a proper battle here and Murray may well be prepared for it having already faced a powerful left-hander in Shapovalov.
The Brit won his most recent of 46 career ATP titles at the European Open in 2019, also coming back from a set down to beat Humbert in the semi-finals, and that touch of fate in the fixture will not go unnoticed. Humbert looks the obvious favourite to come through on recent form but consider taking Murray to earn at least a set with a little more fight, or perhaps a relieving of pressure, in his game in recent weeks.
TIP: ANDY MURRAY TO WIN A SET
