Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov – Third Round – Preview & Prediction | 2023 French Open
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THE FACTS
When is Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov on and what time does it start? Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov will take place on Friday 2nd June, 2023 – not before 19:15 (UK)
Where is Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov taking place? Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov will take place at Stade Roland Garros in Paris, France
What surface is Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov being played on? Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov
What channel is Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov on in the UK? Eurosport have the rights to the French Open in the UK
Where can I stream Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov in the UK? discovery+ subscribers can stream Carlos Alcaraz vs Denis Shapovalov live while the match can be streamed on Eurosport Player and Amazon Prime Video if it is televised
THE PREDICTION
Whilst this looks a winnable fixture for world number one Carlos Alcaraz, this first meeting with Denis Shapovalov should be a vastly entertaining spectacle. 20-year-old Alcaraz conceded his first set of the tournament to Taro Daniel on Wednesday but the Spaniard rarely looked in trouble after a blistering start and finish to his second round match as he continues a collision course for main title rival Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals. World number 32 Denis Shapovalov has already played nine sets in Paris after a commendable four-set victory over Matteo Arnaldi on Wednesday followed a five-set thriller over Brandon Nakashima. The 24-year-old is at his best on the faster surfaces of grass and hardcourt but his powerful serve and left-forehand should cause Alcaraz a few issues and both players will enjoy the occasion as they try to out Hollywood each-other on court.
Back Alcaraz to win outright, with straight sets a reasonable risk, but consider adding at least one tiebreak here with Shapovalov a tough man to break when dialled in.
