Brandon Nakashima vs Hamad Medjedovic Preview Head-to-Head Prediction and Betting Odds for ATP Almaty Open 2025 Round 1 Showdown
The Almaty Open 2025 sees an intriguing first-round match between Brandon Nakashima and Hamad Medjedovic. This face-off promises excitement as Nakashima, the fifth seed, aims to leverage his recent form against the unseeded Medjedovic.
Player Profiles
Brandon Nakashima
Brandon Nakashima turned professional in 2019 and reached a career-high ranking of No. 29 in May 2025. Currently, he is ranked No. 34. This year, Nakashima claimed a doubles title in Delray alongside Miomir Kecmanovic. Despite some struggles with consistency, he has delivered strong performances with semifinals in Acapulco, Houston, and Chengdu.
- Age: 24
- Career Singles Titles: 1
- Current Ranking: No. 34
- 2025 Season Highlights: Semifinals in Acapulco, Houston, and Chengdu
Hamad Medjedovic
Hamad Medjedovic experienced a breakthrough season with a career-high ranking of No. 57 in August 2025, now ranked No. 64. His year started strong, winning the Oeiras Challenger and reaching the final of Open 13 in Marseille. Despite a recent injury, Medjedovic plans to challenge Nakashima.
- Age: 21
- Career Singles Titles: 0
- Current Ranking: No. 64
- 2025 Season Highlights: Finalist at Open 13 in Marseille
Head-to-Head Record
In their only previous encounter, Medjedovic secured a comeback victory over Nakashima at the 2024 Belgrade event.
| Year | Event | Round | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Belgrade | Round of 32 | Hamad Medjedovic | 3-6, 7-5, 6-3 |
Statistics Comparison
Both players have managed to deliver strong serving performances with a first-serve points win rate of 74%. Their return statistics and break-point conversion rates also show notable similarities.
- Nakashima’s Aces: 477
- Nakashima’s Break-Point Conversion: 37% of 336
- Medjedovic’s Aces: 244
- Medjedovic’s Break-Point Conversion: 37% of 183
Prediction and Betting Odds for Almaty Open 2025
Brandon Nakashima is favored to win, entering with a -136 odds compared to Medjedovic’s +112. Nakashima’s higher ranking and consistent performances give him a slight edge. The prediction is for Nakashima to win in straight sets.
| Player | Odds |
|---|---|
| Brandon Nakashima | -136 |
| Hamad Medjedovic | +112 |
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