American Frances Tiafoe and Australian Rinky Hijikata are set to face off in the round of 16 at the ATP 250 Stuttgart. Here’s a look at what to expect from this intriguing matchup.
Tiafoe enters the tournament in strong form, having won six of his last nine matches. His most recent losses came against Matteo Arnaldi at the French Open, Camilo Ugo Carabelli in Hamburg, and Andrea Pellegrino in Rome.
Currently ranked 26th in the world, the Maryland native holds a solid 22-11 win-loss record for the year, demonstrating consistent performance on the tour.
His opponent, Rinky Hijikata, is a relative newcomer with just two years on the professional circuit. The Australian is aiming to climb back up the rankings, having reached a career-high of 62nd in 2024. With a 7-10 record so far this season, Hijikata has an opportunity to make a significant statement in this German tournament, facing a top-tier opponent with little to lose and much to gain.
Rinky Hijikata | Matches | Frances Tiafoe |
1 | 4 | 3 |
Rinky Hijikata | |
Place of birth | Sydney (Australia) |
Born | February 23, 2001 |
Plays | Right-handed |
Ranking | 106 |
Prize Money | $4,039,843 |
Frances Tiafoe | |
Place of birth | Hyattsville, Maryland |
Born | January 20, 1998 |
Plays | Right-handed |
Ranking | 26 |
Prize Money | $17,184,355 |
Player ProfilesRinky Hijikata Born: February 23, 2001, in Sydney, Australia Plays: Right-handed Career Prize Money: $4,039,843Frances Tiafoe Born: January 20, 1998, in Hyattsville, Maryland, USA Plays: Right-handed Career Prize Money: $17,184,355Match Details: Date, Time, and How to Watch
The match between Rinky Hijikata and Frances Tiafoe is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, at 5:00 AM ET / 4:00 AM CT / 2:00 AM PT at Center Court in Stuttgart, Germany.
Tennis fans can watch the action live on the Tennis Channel, available via cable and streaming services such as YouTube TV with the sufficient package.
Rinky Hijikata | Frances Tiafoe | |
Money Line | +200 | -250 |
Match Spread (Games) | +3.5 -138 | -3.5 +100 |
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