Rinky Hijikata vs Jakub Mensik - Betting Tips, Predictions & Live Stream Guide for ATP Cincinnati
Rinky Hijikata faces Jakub Mensik in a compelling ATP Cincinnati match-up. Hijikata is riding a wave of confidence, having defeated Darderi convincingly and owning a strong recent record against top 20 players, including a win over Mensik in June. Mensik, though higher ranked, struggled with his second serve during the hard court swing and barely escaped his last match. The stats and form suggest value in backing Hijikata for another upset, particularly with attractive odds on the Australian.
- Hijikata has won 3 of his last 4 matches vs Top 20 players
- Two of those victories have some since June
- The stage is set for another upset at the Cincinnati Open
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Rinky Hijikata is a streaky player who enters this match with confidence after destroying Luciano Darderi. Jakub Mensik’s 2nd serve has not been convincing on the hard court swing, the value on Hijikata in Cincinnati.
| Name | Rinky Hijikata | Jakub Mensik |
|---|---|---|
| Nationality | Australia | Czechia |
| Age | 25 (23 February 2001) | 20 (1 September 2005) |
| Height | 5'10" (1.78m) | 6'5" (1.96m) |
| Plays | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Ranking | 95 | 16 |
| Career High | 62 (August 2024) | 12 (March 2026) |
| ATP Tour Titles | 0 | 2 |
| 2026 ATP Tour Titles | 0 | 1 |
| Grand Slam Titles | 0 | 0 |
| Cincinnati Open Best Result | First Appearance | Third Round (2025) |
HTH
This will be the first match between Jakub Mensik and Rinky Hijikata.
Hijikata Finding Form in Cincinnati
Rinky Hijikata went on a great run as a qualifier in Indian Wells, defeating Luciano Darderi and Alexander Bublik before a fourth round defeat to Cameron Norrie.
It was enough to get the Australian back in the Top 100 but he was unable to push on. His best performance since came at Queen's Club, getting past Alejandro Tabilo and Jiri Lehecka before a swift quarter-final exit against Ugo Humbert.
It was the start of a four match losing run, including a first round defeat to Jaume Munar in Montreal.
The 25-year-old came back to beat Gael Monfils 2-6 7-6 6-3 in his opening match in Cincinnati. He was dominant in the second round, thrashing Luciano Darderi 6-4 6-2 in 72 minutes, winning 76% of his 2nd serves and not allowing a break point.
Mensik's 2nd Serve a Worry
Jakub Mensik was on target to break into the Top 10 after beating Jannik Sinner in Doha. He had a poor start on clay before going on a strong semi-final run at the French Open.
The Czech went 1-2 on grass and began the hard court swing in Washington, beaten by Brandon Nakashima in the second round. He got to the quarter-finals in Montreal but didn’t last long, hammered 6-3 6-1 by Ben Shelton after winning just 25% of his 2nd serves.
Mensik was far from convincing against Mattia Bellucci in his opening match in Cincinnati. Down 4-2 in the third set, he came back to win 7-5 2-6 7-6, saving 5/8 break points.
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- Event: 2026 Cincinnati Open
- Round: Third Round
- Date: Monday, 17 August 2026
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Verdict
Jakub Mensik has been unconvincing on the hard court swing. I think the odds are far too short on the Czech here, an upset on the cards in Cincinnati.
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