Andy Roddick vs David Ferrer, First Rubber Preview – Davis Cup 2011: USA vs ESP Quarterfinal
Starting off on Thursday is the much awaited tie between Team U.S.A and Team Spain. Picking the best players for their team, the Americans are going to enjoy the advantage of playing on their home ground. The rubbers are being
played on hard premier indoor courts.
The teams have a rivalry stated in history. With the Americans leading 5-4 in the Davis Cup, the Spaniards have made their foot strong by constructing their team with the top players in the game. Previously the two teams have been
head to head in the semis as well as in the final of the Davis Cup.
Both the teams have made their marks on their favourite grounds. Out of 5 ties played on clay, the Spaniards won 4 of them. The Americans have made it obvious that there is none better than them on hard courts. Winning both of
their clashes on hard courts against the Spaniards, Team America has another chance to make up their mark in the third clash on hard court between the two teams.
Playing his first match of the Davis Cup 2011, the world No.6 David Ferrer is having his best season so far. Ferrer, considered the master of clay, has won thirteen out of his seventeen fixtures in the Davis Cup mainly on clay
courts. Having won only one out of three matches on hard courts, the probability of winning against the mighty American “Andy Roddick” seems like a tough shot.
Gaining up in the rankings and currently at No.10, the American forehand has his eyes on his prey. The former world No.1 is filled up with energy as he has already pocketed a title in the current season. Statically, Andy has a
clear advantage over the Spaniard. Out of the 44 appearances in the Davis Cup, Andy has managed to win 33 matches. Proving to be an unbeatable hard court player, the former World No.1 has a win loss ratio of 19-2 in the Davis Cup altogether. As the match is
being played in an indoor court, the American leads the score board with a 20-4 win loss ratio in indoor courts during the Davis Cup.
Having a comparison on the two players in the provided circumstances clearly depicts that Andy has a greater chance of winning the fixture. Previously the Spaniard has proved that he is clearly not to be undermined. The two tennis
superstars have played each other seven times. Out of that five of the matches were played on hard courts.
Having that said, predicting the match between the two gets tough. Will the Spaniard extend his lead or will the American level the scores in the upcoming game remains to be seen.
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