Rankings & Form
Karen Khachanov holds a significant ranking advantage at No. 26 with 1,780 ATP points, compared to Térence Atmane's No. 56 and 967 points. Khachanov arrives with a mixed recent form of LLWWL, but his last two wins (3-1, 3-0) show some regained confidence. Atmane’s form is less consistent, standing at WLL in his last three matches, and he has struggled to close matches after an opening win.
Surface and Style
The hard courts of Montreal suit Khachanov’s game, which relies on heavy groundstrokes and a solid serve to dictate play. Atmane, while less experienced at this level, tends to play aggressively but can be prone to inconsistency. The contrast in styles favors Khachanov’s steadier baseline pressure, especially as Atmane has shown difficulty holding serve under pressure in recent losses.
Recent Match Insights
Khachanov’s recent outings include a tight three-set loss (2-3) followed by two convincing wins (3-1, 3-0), indicating he can elevate his level when needed. Meanwhile, Atmane’s form has been patchy, with a single win (1-2) before dropping two matches, including a straight-sets loss (0-2). This suggests Khachanov’s experience at ATP 1000 events like Montreal gives him an edge.
Betting Angle
Given Khachanov’s higher ranking and better recent results, the expert pick leans towards him to win outright at around 1.60 odds. The AI model also favors Khachanov to take the first set at approximately 1.75, reflecting his ability to start strong against a lower-ranked opponent. Bettors should consider Khachanov’s momentum and surface comfort when placing wagers.
