Get ready for a blockbuster Doha showdown between Canada's rising star Felix Auger-Aliassime and Russia's Andrey Rublev in the ATP 500 semifinals on February 21, 2025. Both players are on a hot streak—Felix advances after a speedy retirement win over Medvedev, while Rublev narrowly defeated a three-set thriller against Alex de Minaur. With Rublev leading the head-to-head 5-1, this match is going to provide high-class tennis and loads of betting drama. Of course, as with any tennis tournament, form, injury, and on-court behavior could blow the script apart. Continue reading for our expert analysis of what to anticipate and our top three betting tips!
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At ATP 23, Felix is a rising star. Fresh from a 6-3 win against a beleaguered Medvedev—who retired in the match—Felix has steady serving stats with 4 aces and 61% first serve percentage. While his recent quarterfinal win was a bit helped by circumstance, his recent streak of three games won shows a capacity to find rhythm in high-stakes games. Although his head-to-head against Rublev stands at 1-5, the Canadian has a history of overachieving when it counts.
Andrey Rublev
ATP-ranked 10 Andrey Rublev has struggled through tough matches to make it this far. His recent quarterfinal victory over de Minaur was evidence of his aggressive game—8 aces and a 72% first serve have been his signatures. Rublev's ability to save break points (50% conversion) and create breaking chances (3 break points converted) have defined his play up until this point in the tournament. With a 5-1 advantage in their rivalry against Auger-Aliassime, Rublev is the clear favorite to take this match, but the nature of the sport is that nothing is ever guaranteed.
Expert Betting Tips
✅ Bet on over 22.5 games @ 1.65 Odds on 1xbet:
Rublev can aim for a clean-sets win, but Felix's grit might push the battle to more games—especially if he can win a set. The momentum of his last win might translate to a longer battle beyond the head-to-head.
✅ Bet on a 2 set match @ 1.60 Odds on Betway:
Rublev’s experience and head-to-head dominance make a two-set win likely. However, Felix’s resilience means there’s an inherent risk, so consider this tip carefully if you’re a conservative bettor.
✅ Rublev -1.5 games @ 1.72 Odds on Bet365:
Rublev’s robust serving stats and overall game flow suggest he could win comfortably by a margin of about five games, covering the -4.5 spread even if Felix puts up a spirited fight.
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