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Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev – First Round – Preview & Prediction | 2022 Monte-Carlo Masters

Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev – First Round – Preview & Prediction | 2022 Monte-Carlo Masters

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THE FACTS

When is Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev on and what time does it start? Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev will take place on Tuesday 12th April, 2022 – not before 12:40 (UK)

Where is Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev taking place? Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev will take place at the Monte Carlo Country Club in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France

What surface is Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev being played on? Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev will take place on an outdoor clay court

Where can I get tickets for Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev

What channel is Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev on in the UK? Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev will be televised live on the Amazon Prime app on Smart TVs

Where can I stream Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev in the UK? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream Holger Rune vs Aslan Karatsev live on Prime Video, while Tennis TV subscribers can also stream the match live

THE PREDICTION

World number 79 Holger Rune is a young clay specialist from Denmark who should one day find himself in the footsteps of Casper Ruud as a dominative force on this surface. The 18-year-old qualified in strong fashion to make his second appearance at the Monte-Carlo Open after a straight sets defeat to Ruud this time last season. World number 30 Aslan Karatsev started 2022 off with a searing campaign at the Sydney Tennis Classic to win his third ATP title but since then he has seriously struggled for consistency, losing seven of his last 11 matches on tour. The 28-year-old can include Rune amongst his victories, though, as he beat the Dane in their first encounter at the Open 13 back in February. The Russian is better on the clay than some might expect, with a victory over Novak Djokovic at the Serbia Open last season a stand-out, but backing him to earn at least a set here as the likelier winner looks a suitably cautious pick here.