Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Nuno Borges: Head-to-Head Analysis, Predictions, and Betting Odds for ATP Shanghai Masters 2025 Round 2

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Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Nuno Borges: Head-to-Head Analysis, Predictions, and Betting Odds for ATP Shanghai Masters 2025 Round 2

Stefanos Tsitsipas Gears Up to Face Nuno Borges in Shanghai Masters Showdown

Exciting Matchup Awaits at the Rolex Shanghai Masters 2025

The 2025 Rolex Shanghai Masters presents an engaging Round of 64 encounter as two-time Grand Slam finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas is set to compete against Portugal’s top tennis star, Nuno Borges. With a recent string of average performances, Tsitsipas is eager to reignite his form and move beyond the Round of 32, a feat he hasn’t surpassed in his last five tournaments. Meanwhile, Borges is brimming with confidence after his win against Van de Zandschulp in the first round. The victor will proceed to meet either Karen Khachanov or Juncheng Shang in the third round.

Stefanos Tsitsipas: Seeking a Comeback in Form

Having previously secured a consistent spot in the Top-10 rankings, Stefanos Tsitsipas currently finds himself at No. 25 in the ATP rankings. Despite his skill on the court, the Greek powerhouse has experienced a slump in form post the Dubai Tennis Championships victory in March. Since a promising clay court campaign where he reached two quarterfinals, Tsitsipas has struggled to make impactful runs in recent tournaments. Notably, his ace count has diminished significantly, underlining the challenges he faces on serve.

Nuno Borges: An Underdog With Potential

Nuno Borges, on the other hand, is a formidable baseline player ranked just outside the Top 50. Though his season win-loss ratio hovers below 50%, Borges is capable of delivering surprises against top-tier opponents. His achievements this year include reaching the ASB Classic semifinals and making it to the quarterfinals at both the Grand Prix Hassan II and the Libema Open. With a commendable record of 26 wins in his current season, Borges aims to further fortify his credentials against a world-class opponent.

Head-to-Head: Tsitsipas vs. Borges

Event	Round	Winner	Score
2025 Monte Carlo	Round of 16	Stefanos Tsitsipas	6-1 6-1
2023 Rome	Round of 64	Stefanos Tsitsipas	6-3 6-3

Tsitsipas leads their face-offs 2-0, both victories coming on outdoor clay, a surface that complements his aggressive playing style.

Analyzing Stefanos Tsitsipas vs. Nuno Borges

Category	Stefanos Tsitsipas	Nuno Borges
Current Ranking	25	51
Career W-L Record	367-183	66-77
YTD W-L Record	22-18	26-27
Career Titles	12	1
YTD Titles	1	0
Grand Slams	0	0

Shanghai Masters 2025: Prediction and Key Points

For Tsitsipas, a quick momentum in the match will be critical to offset his prevailing service woes from previous seasons. Borges is expected to capitalize on Tsitsipas’ backhand vulnerability while looking to shorten rallies. Anticipate a contested battle that could extend to three sets, with Tsitsipas potentially emerging victorious.