Raphael Collignon vs Grigor Dimitrov Betting Tips & Live Stream - Collignon to Keep it Close in Brisbane
In a much-anticipated clash, rising star Raphael Collignon faces seasoned player Grigor Dimitrov in Brisbane. Collignon has been making waves, beating top players like Casper Ruud and Alex De Minaur, and aims to breach the Top 50 soon. Dimitrov, though struggling with injuries, has a strong Brisbane record and shows resilience in recent matches. The encounter is set to be closely contested, potentially exceeding 22.5 games. With Collignon's form and Dimitrov's grit, tennis enthusiasts are in for an exciting match-up!
- Collignon has won 3 of his last 4 matches against Top 20 players
- Dimitrov has reached three finals in Brisbane, winning twice
- Watch Raphael Collignon vs Grigor Dimitrov live in the 2nd round
Raphael Collignon beat Casper Ruud and Alex De Minaur last year and seems destined the break into the Top 50 sooner rather than later. I am backing the Belgian to keep it close against Grigor Dimitrov.
Key Stats - Collignon a Danger
- Raphael Collignon has won 3 of his last 4 matches against Top 20 players.
- Grigor Dimitrov has won 5 of his last 6 matches.
- Grigor Dimitrov has won 18 of his last 21 matches in Brisbane.
HTH - First Clash
Raphael Collignon is facing Grigor Dimitrov for the first time.
Collignon on Target for Top 50
Raphael Collignon broke into the Top 100 in February and picked up some notable wins at the tail end of the season. He beat Casper Ruud at the US Open and Alex De Minaur at the Davis Cup.
The Belgian’s best performance on the ATP Tour came in Brussels. He defeated Alejandro Davidovich Fokina before a 7-6 6-4 semi-final defeat to Felix Auger Aliassime.
The 23-year-old didn’t drop a set in the qualifiers in Brisbane, easing past Alexander Shevchenko and Ethan Quinn. He kept it going in the first round, beating Denis Shapovalov 6-4 6-2 without allowing a break point.
| Nationality | Belgium |
| Age | 23 (13 January 2002) |
| Height | 6'3" (1.91m) |
| Plays | Right-Handed |
| World Ranking | 84 |
| Career High | 73 (October 2025) |
| ATP Tour Titles | 0 |
| ATP Brisbane Best Result | First Appearance |
Dimitrov Injury Concerns
Grigor Dimitrov started 2025 in the Top 10 but constant injuries and retirements saw him drop out of the Top 20 in June.
The Bulgarian took a month off before returning to action at Wimbledon where he reached the fourth round. Injury struck at the worst time, leading Jannik Sinner 6-3 7-5 2-2 when he was forced to retire for a fifth time.
The 34-year-old played one more event, in Paris where he withdrew due to a shoulder injury.
Dimitrov appears to have benefitted from two months off, returning to action in Brisbane where he is a two-time champion. He beat Pablo Carreno Busta 6-3 6-2 in the first round, saving one break point.
| Nationality | Bulgaria |
| Age | 34 (16 May 1991) |
| Height | 6'3" (1.91m) |
| Plays | Right-Handed |
| World Ranking | 47 |
| Career High | 3 (November 2017) |
| ATP Tour Titles | 9 |
| 2025 ATP Tour Titles | 0 |
| Career Grand Slam Singles Titles | 0 |
| ATP Brisbane Best Result | Winner (2017, 2024) |
Verdict
Grigor Dimitrov has won two titles in Brisbane and was strong in his first round victory. Raphael Collignon is a dangerous player who is expected to continue improving, this one backed to go over 22.5 games.
Over 22.5 Games
Total Games
@9/10 - 2 Units
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