Monday 14/07/2014, 23:30, ATP Bogota, Eduardo Struvay vs Guido Pella

Eduardo Struvay vs Guido Pella Betting Preview

Eduardo Struvay is one of the fastest rising Colombian tennis players, with hard-court being his favorite surface. He has been preparing for this tournament throughout July, as it represents a great opportunity to score some big points in front of his fans. Guido Pella took his chances and played in prominent European tournaments, only to suffer an untimely elimination from all of them, except for a few challengers.

Eduardo Struvay vs Guido Pella Betting Odds

At Unibet

Eduardo Struvay 2.60, Guido Pella 1.45

Eduardo Struvay vs Guido Pella Betting Tips

Eduardo Struvay is a 23-year-old who currently sits in the 336th place, but he has improved his position by almost 100 positions over the last two years. Since turning pro, Eduardo accumulated most of the points playing on clay and hard court, while staying away from grass. It comes as no surprise that he chose not to participate in any European tournaments, in order to keep his expenses in check.

There will be no traveling arrangements to make for the Columbia player as he gears up for the Bogota tournament. Struvay can expect to be cheered by a group of enthusiastic fans, which should help him level the playing field against an opponent who is better placed in the ATP leaderboard.

Guido Pella is more accustomed to ATP tournaments than his opponent, despite the fact that they are both 23-year-old. The Argentinian participated in consecutive challengers in Brazil, before traveling to Europe where he was far less successful. He lost in the opening round at both Vicenza and Bordeaux against players that were credited with the second chance.

At the French Open of Roland Garros, he suffered a humiliating defeat in the second qualification round at the hands of Mcgee. His opponent lost just five games to Guido Pella, who failed to return to his winning ways in the next tournament. He travels to Bogotá with a shaky morale and past performance won't be enough to restore his favorite status.

Key Facts

• Guido Pella defeated his Colombian opponent on two separate occasions, losing a single set
• Eduardo Struvay has home pitch advantage and faces an opponent who is clearly out the form

Eduardo Struvay vs Guido Pella Betting Prediction

Bookmakers prefer to side with the better placed tennis player, but disregard the fact that Guido Pella won a single match in almost 2 months. Add to this the fact that he didn't play on hard court surface so far and you've got a solid reason to take your chances by backing the underdog at 2.60. The local player will benefit from the support of his fans and he has a decent chance at winning his first match over Guido.

Bet: Eduardo Struvay @ 2.60 with Unibet