Denis Shapovalov and Nikoloz Basilashvili are going to clash in the opener in Shanghai.
Shapovalov
Ranked no.29, Denis is eager to win to improve his rankings to get closer to the top20. The Canadian reached the semifinal in Tokyo after losing to an excellent Daniil Medvedev.
Basilashvili
Nikokoz has impressed once more after winning his second ATP500 of the season in Beijing after defeating Juan Martin Del Potro in the final.
H2H Denis Shapovalov vs. Nikoloz Basilashvili
Denis and Nikoloz have played each other only once this year in Budapest where the Georgian won 6-2 6-4.
The favorite
Probably Denis is the favorite to win the 1st round also because Basilashvili may feel fatigue after his fantastic week in Beijing.
The schedule
Shapovalov and Basilashvili will play on Tuesday on Centre Court (2nd match). The contest may commence around 3 pm.