
Denis Shapovalov is one of the most exciting upcoming players and he shared his concerns about playing the first slam of the season. The Australian Open is about to start and there is already a huge controversy if it’s right for the players to compete, given the poor air quality in Melbourne because of the bushfire.
Dalila Jakupovic had to retire during her match in the qualifications after succumbing to a nasty coughing fit and some other players like Genie Bouchard complained about suffering from chest pain.
SHOCKING VIDEO. Dalila Jakupovic retires with horrible coughing fit at the Australian Open
Shapovalov not sure he will play
Talking to the reporters, Denis confirmed that he might default if they want him to compete and he doesn’t feel that the conditions are safe. Shapovalov commented:
“I wouldn’t play. I’m 20-years-old, it’s a Grand Slam, it’s a big opportunity but I’m 20-years-old. I don’t want to risk my life, risk my health being out there playing in this condition when I can for the next 10-15 years.
I think everyone’s kind of on the same page in terms of how it is. I don’t think anyone’s happy with the way things are being dealt with. I’m sure the top guys aren’t going to want to come out in this condition either. I’m sure Rafa and Roger and Novak are not going to want to play when it’s bad for their health as well.”
Shapovalov vs. Fucsovic. H2H and prediction
Denis will face Marton Fucsovic for the first time in his career. Thre prediction is Denis winning in straight sets.
Denis Shapovalov’s ranking and performance in 2020
Currently ranked no.13 (career-high), Shapovalov played his last match on the 16th of January when he capitulated to Ugo Humbert 7-5 6-4 in the quarter in Auckland.
Marton Fucsovics’s ranking and performance in 2020
Now the world no.66, Marton played his last match on the 14th of January when he had to retire when playing against Andrea Vavassori in the 2nd round and the scoreline was 5-4 .
Denis Shapovalov and Marton Fucsovics have never played each other.
Denis Shapovalov and Marton Fucsovics |
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