As the Rolex Shanghai Masters advances to the fourth round, two exciting matches are set to take place. Alex de Minaur, currently one of the favorites for the title, faces Nuno Borges, while Jiri Lehecka goes up against Arthur Rinderknech.
Match Previews: De Minaur vs. Borges
Alex de Minaur, a strong contender for the Nitto ATP Finals, has been performing exceptionally this season. The Australian player holds a record of 49 wins and 18 losses in 2025. His victories in Shanghai include wins over Camilo Ugo Carabelli and Kamil Majchrzak.
On the other side of the court, Nuno Borges, ranked 51st in the world, secured his spot in the last 16 after defeating Botic van de Zandschulp, Aleksandar Vukic, and Jerry Shang. Borges managed to win all three matches, including a challenging three-set match against Shang.
- De Minaur’s Stats: 49-18 season record.
- Borges’ Path: Wins over Vukic, Zandschulp, and Shang.
- Prediction: De Minaur to win in two sets.
Match Previews: Lehecka vs. Rinderknech
The matchup between Jiri Lehecka and Arthur Rinderknech is highly anticipated. This will be their third career meeting, having split the previous encounters. Lehecka won at the 2023 Indian Wells Masters, while Rinderknech took the match in Marseille last season.
Lehecka has shown great form lately, reaching the fourth round in both Toronto and Cincinnati, along with a quarterfinal appearance at the U.S. Open. He also had key victories against Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe in the Davis Cup.
Rinderknech, currently ranked 54th, is on a good run, having recently upset Alexander Zverev, a significant win as he had previously defeated the German at Wimbledon. He has a 9-3 record in his last 12 matches since the U.S. Open.
- Lehecka’s Recent Performance: Strong showings in Toronto, Cincinnati, and U.S. Open.
- Rinderknech’s Recent Upset: Victory over Zverev in Shanghai.
- Prediction: Lehecka to win in three sets.
With both matches promising high-quality tennis, fans can expect thrilling action as these players vie for a place in the quarterfinals of the Shanghai Masters. El-Balad will keep you updated on the results and upcoming matches.
