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Dallas Open 2023: Frances Tiafoe vs J.J. Wolf – Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction

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Two talented American youngsters, Frances Tiafoe and J.J. Wolf will square off in the quarterfinals of the 2023 Dallas Open on Friday.

Frances Tiafoe in action at the 2023 Australian Open

Frances Tiafoe

The 25-year-old Frances Tiafoe made his debut in the Dallas Open this year. The second-seeded player received a bye into the round of 16 where he faced fellow American Mackenzie McDonald.

Tiafoe, who is currently ranked 14th in the ATP rankings, made light work of McDonald as he won the match in straight sets 6-1, 6-3 in just 58 minutes. The 2022 US Open semifinalist had a win percentage of 85 on the first serve and also converted 4 out of 6 break points.

J.J. Wolf

The Cincinnati-born athlete showed a lot of promise in the Australian Open. He reached the fourth round of a Grand Slam for the first time in his career.

J.J. Wolf plays a backhand during a match at the 2023 Australian Open (Image Credit: #AusOpen – Twitter)

Wolf began his Dallas Open campaign in the round of 32 against compatriot Brandon Holt. The 6th seed produced a dominating performance and defeated Holt in straight sets 6-3, 6-3 with the help of 9 aces and a win percentage of 93 on the first serve. He followed it up with another solid effort in the following round to defeat Radu Albot 6-3, 7-6 (7-5). In this tie, Wold smashed 10 aces and had a win percentage of 81 on the first serve.

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Head-to-Head and Prediction

The head-to-head scoreline currently stands at 1-0 in favor of Frances Tiafoe. He defeated J.J. Wolf in three sets in a qualifying match of the 2021 Canadian Open.

Prediction: Frances Tiafoe to win in three sets.

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