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Zverev's powerful first serve should be neutralized by Medvedev's outstanding return, which will also put him in more difficult service games than he would prefer. Additionally, Zverev's backhand power can be effectively blunted by the Russian's defensive abilities until Zverev eventually breaks down his forehand.

Alcaraz still holds an outstanding 26-8 hard record in 2023, with an apparent career 86-29 record. He moves quickly, plays great defense, and delivers amazing counterpunches. Alcaraz can play offense with his backhand as well, but he lands his first serve well and then counters with strong forehands. Alcaraz also has excellent net play and diversity, especially with his drop shot.

Rublev has incredible forehands and blazing serves, but he frequently lacks mental toughness because he has a history of allowing his emotions to control him in his young senior career. The Russian's defeat against Medvedev at the US Open was no different, and although if Turin's indoor conditions are far more accommodating than those at Flushing Meadows, the fifth seed is probably going to fall victim to his countryman's defensive prowess once more.

Rune should give Djokovic another fright on Sunday thanks to his impressive physicality and athleticism, but I still anticipate the reigning champion to start the year strong with a hard-fought victory.

Even though Tsitsipas has frequently had Sinner beat over the years, the Italian won handily in their lone indoor hard-court match at the Rotterdam Open, and going into Sunday's first round, he has both form and home crowd support on his side.

Humbert has won 32 matches this season, but 14 of them have come after his US Open first-round elimination. He's also undefeated in finals, having won all three of them. Winning the championship would also propel Humbert into the top 20 of the ATP rankings.

Mannarino's career-best season continues as he competes in his fourth final of the season. He won titles in Astana and Newport, and came in second in Mallorca. While he is 2-1 in finals this year, his lifetime record in championship rounds is 4-10.

With 25 aces to his credit, Sinner has won 152 out of 188 (80.8%) points in Vienna on his first serve thus far. The Italian made just 30 unintentional errors against 92 winners. Sinner's movement on the court, along with his aggression and serve from the baseline, will be critical to his success. The Italian's ability to maintain cool is becoming increasingly important in championship matches.

Medvedev ought to have the advantage because of his capacity to manage rallies, take advantage of holes in his opponent's strategy, and remain composed under duress.

Hurkacz, who is 38-21 overall, just suffered a defeat in the Tokyo first round. In contrast, Struff, who is currently rated 27th, has won 17 of his 31 games in 2023. Struff should pull off the trick again, having prevailed in both of his prior confrontations on clay and grass. Again, the German should prevail.

Humbert, who is 25-21 overall, just finished a quarterfinal trip in Shanghai. Giron, who is now placed 57th, has won 24 of his 50 games in 2023. In their one meeting, which took place in New York in 2020, Humbert prevailed over Giron and ought to do so again.