Fifth seed Brandon Nakashima is gearing up for his first-round match against unseeded Hamad Medjedovic at the Almaty Open 2025. Nakashima, who turned professional in 2019, boasts one ATP singles title earned at the 2022 San Diego Open and recently secured a doubles title in Delray alongside compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic earlier this year. This season has seen him achieve a career-high ranking of world No. 29 in May, although he currently stands at No. 34. Despite some inconsistencies, Nakashima has made notable deep runs in tournaments, with his best results including semifinals in Acapulco, Houston, and Chengdu, as well as quarterfinals in various events such as Delray and Tokyo. His statistics show 477 aces with a success rate of 74% on first serve and 37% conversion on break points.
On the opposite side of the court, Medjedovic enters the match following a recent retirement due to injury in Shanghai. Nevertheless, he has had a solid season, achieving a career-high ranking of world No. 57 in August, currently sitting at No. 64. His year began impressively with a victory at the Oeiras Challenger and subsequent quarterfinal performances. Medjedovic reached the final at Open 13 in Marseille, demonstrating his competitive edge, and has delivered 244 aces with identical first-serve success and break-point conversion percentages to Nakashima.
Historically, Medjedovic holds a 1-0 lead over Nakashima in their head-to-head encounters, having won their last match in 2024 at the Belgrade Open.
With both players showcasing strong talent and competitive spirits, the upcoming clash promises excitement. Nakashima’s established track record gives him the edge, though Medjedovic remains a formidable opponent. Betting odds reflect Nakashima’s slight advantage at -136 compared to Medjedovic’s +112, while predictions favor Nakashima for a straight-set victory.
As the Almaty Open approaches, fans can expect an impressive display of skill and determination from both players, underscoring the thrilling potential of this first-round match.