Saturday 21/06/2014, 14:30, ATP Eastbourne, Richard Gasquet vs Feliciano Lopez

Richard Gasquet vs Feliciano Lopez Betting Preview

Richard Gasquet faces Feliciano Lopez for the sixth time and past performance suggests that the Frenchman starts as overwhelming favorite. This is the first time that the two players meet on grass and the last time they played against each other was more than four years ago. Lopez had a formidable run on the English grass and managed to win both the quarterfinal and semifinal in a single day, without dropping a single set.

Richard Gasquet vs Feliciano Lopez Betting Odds

At Ladbrokes

Richard Gasquet 1.60, Feliciano Lopez 2.30

Richard Gasquet vs Feliciano Lopez Betting Tips

Feliciano Lopez is 32 years old and the fact that he had to compete against powerful players with remarkable first serves yesterday, greatly diminished his chances. Much to his credit, he managed to defeat both Chardy and Querrey and is now aiming for his first victory over Richard Gasquet.

The fact that he is yet to lose a set at Eastbourne is refreshing to say the least, but the Frenchman has not only a strong serve but also a precise rally. On the other hand, Gasquet is less dangerous with the first serve than Querrey and Lopez broke the American's serve early, so he should be able to do it again.

Despite the age gap, Lopez is in great condition and should be able to put the tiresome experience of playing decisive games in one day, behind him. The fact that he needed two sets to win the semifinal after doing the same in the quarterfinals speaks louder than words. Gasquet was on the verge of elimination in the opening game after Tomic won the second set, but the Frenchman held his ground and won in 3 sets.

Key Facts

• The five head to head games played so far ended with Richard's victory, but the most recent match was played in 2010
• Lopez's favorite surface is grass and he has an excellent record in the United Kingdom

Richard Gasquet vs Feliciano Lopez Betting Prediction

Once again Gasquet is underpriced by bookies, who expect him to secure a comfortable win and extend his victorious streak. 2.30 for Feliciano Lopez to prevail in the final match of the Eastbourne event are simply spectacular and as long as they don't drop, it makes perfect sense to back the underdog.

Bet: Feliciano Lopez @ 2.30 with Ladbrokes