Top seed Taylor Fritz will face fellow American Sebastian Korda in the quarterfinals in Dallas on Friday. In-form Alejandro Davidovich-Fokina will also be playing defending champion Denis Shapovalov.
(1) Taylor Fritz vs. Sebastian Korda
Taylor Fritz fights his body as much as his opponents. The seventh-ranked American player has been struggling with a knee since the start of the season. He bowed out at the Australian Open in the round of 16 to Lorenzo Musetti, although he admitted he almost withdrew entirely to allow his body to fully recover. Fritz reports that the tendinitis has gotten worse in Dallas – so unless he pushes it further, he should be close to full fitness against Sebastian Korda on Friday.
This has been Korda’s best tournament so far. The world No. 53 has been struggling to find her form, but posted a solid win over Frances Tiafoe in the second round. You can still play Fritz’s tough game, but the underdog should make it fun.
Cheryl chose: Fritz in 3
Ricky pick: Fritz at 2
(3) Alejandro Davidovich Fokina vs. (7) Denis Shapovalov
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has been one of the most in-form players this year. He retired in the third round of the Australian Open against Tommy Paul with a thigh injury, but appears to be fully recovered this week.
The Spaniard will face 2025 champion Denis Shapovalov on Friday. The two men shared a 1-1 victory – both close games. Look for this one to go the distance. The fast surface suits Shapovalov’s game, but Davidovich Fokina is more versatile and in better form.
Cheryl chose: Davidovich Fokina in 3rd place
Ricky choose: Davidovich Fokina in 3
