Roman Safiullin vs Andrey Rublev Prediction & Picks

Andrey Rublev vs Roman Safiullin: Roman Safiullin to win the match (+130)

Andrey Rublev faces Roman Safiullin at China Open on Saturday 3 October 2026. They are playing on a hard court. This is a match winner bet, so it lands if Roman Safiullin wins the match. It was priced at +130 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $23 if it lands. Our model has this one as a long shot, so treat it as a small punt. Safiullin's recent form is impressive, boasting an 80% win rate over his last five matches. His serve statistics are compelling as well, achieving a first-serve percentage of 68.93% and winning 77.91% of first-serve points. Notably, he has a 64.58% breakpoint save rate, indicating resilience under pressure. In contrast, Rublev's recent surface stats show an opponent first-serve percentage of 80.52% and a serve points won rate of 74.03%, suggesting he may struggle against Safiullin's effective serving. Overall, Safiullin's combination of strong serving performance and recent form makes him a compelling pick in this matchup.

Andrey Rublev vs Roman Safiullin: Andrey Rublev -1.5 Game Handicap (-110)

Andrey Rublev faces Roman Safiullin in a matchup that could go either way. Rublev has been strong lately, and he's known for his powerful shots, which can trouble Safiullin. Betting on Rublev to win by at least two games seems like a solid choice, especially since he's playing at home. However, this match is rated close to a coin flip, so it could be tighter than expected. If Safiullin finds his rhythm early, it might make things challenging for Rublev. Still, I think Rublev is likely to pull through and cover the handicap.

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.