The ATP Miami Open Final takes place this Sunday with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal featuring another chapter in their epic rivalry. Bookmakers Review breaks down the fixture below and lists the best available odds from green listed bookmakers.
Federer vs. Nadal
At the age of 35, Roger Federer seems better than ever with the two-time Miami Open champion holding a remarkable 18 – 1 record this season. Roger’s improved backhand is the main reason for his recent success. In 2014, Federer switched to a 97 square-inch frame racquet and after three years, the Swiss couldn’t be happier with his decision.
Playing in Miami doesn’t bring back good memories to Spanish players. Besides Nadal’s four runner-up showings throughout his career, three other countrymen lost in the decisive match – Sergi Bruguera, Carlos Moya and David Ferrer. Therefore, Nadal is trying to break history for his country by becoming the first Spanish man to win the Miami Open.
After Federer’s recent wins in Melbourne and Indian Wells as the underdog, he’s now the favourite to win this final at 3/4 with Pinnacle while Nadal is available at 5/4 with 5Dimes. Even though Nadal is always a tough match-up for Roger, the Swiss clearly holds the edge after his late victories. Adding to this, Federer also won their previous encounter at the Miami Open Final 12 years ago. Having said that, Roger is clearly the right play for this match since we expect to see him lifting his 91st career trophy.
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