Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Nitto ATP Finals doubles match.
Purcell and Thompson aim to finish the season on a high, solidifying their rankings and reinforcing their status as one of the world's top pairs. Meanwhile, Heliövaara and Patten are determined to replicate their Wimbledon success, where they triumphed after saving three match points in the final against the Australian duo.
Max Purcell/ Jordan Thompson
This season, Purcell and Thompson have shown consistent performances. Their key achievements include victories at the ATP 500 tournaments in Acapulco and Washington, as well as reaching the Wimbledon final, where they were narrowly defeated by Heliövaara and Patten 6:7, 7:6, 7:6. The Australians boast an impressive 78% success rate on first serves, underscoring their reliability. Notably, only one out of their last 12 matches ended with a game total of fewer than 22.
Harri Heliövaara/ Henry Patten
The Finnish-British duo has made remarkable strides this year. Their Wimbledon victory was the pinnacle of their efforts, as they became the first unseeded champions of the tournament since 2014 after saving three match points. Their game is marked by powerful serves and efficient returns, supported by a high break point conversion rate of around 45%. They also have a tendency for lengthy matches; only one of their last eight encounters concluded with fewer than 22 games. After Heliövaara and Patten's Wimbledon win, Purcell and Thompson took their revenge in Paris, securing a 2:1 victory—indicating fierce competition between the pairs.
Max Purcell/ Jordan Thompson vs Harri Heliövaara/ Henry Patten Prediction
Considering their past encounters and current form, the match promises to be intense and thrilling. Heliövaara and Patten have shown they can handle pressure in crucial moments, but Purcell and Thompson are likely to learn from past mistakes and put up a formidable fight. We anticipate the match will extend to multiple sets with potential tiebreaks, so we'll take the total games in the match over 22.5.
