Gael Monfils vs. Alexander Shevchenko Preview, Prediction and Betting Odds for ATP Chengdu Open 2025 Round-1

Frenchman looks for end of season revival in China.

French legend Gael Monfils is yet to win a title since January, and he will be hoping that the Asian swing brings about a change in fortune for him. The former World No. 6 will face Kazakh youngster Alexander Shevchenko in the 2025 Chengdu Open Round of 32 on Thursday. It will be their first career encounter, and the winner will face either Mpetshi Perricard or Misolic in the pre-quarterfinal stage. Follow The Playoffs News and BetMGM to keep up with the final stretch of the 2025 tennis season.

Gael Monfils vs Alexander Shevchenko Match Preview

Despite his entertaining heroics whenever he makes an appearance, there is no denying the fact that Gael Monfils is on his last legs. Despite enjoying a title charge in just his second tournament of the season, the Frenchman has a rather average record of 18-14 this year. Nonetheless, the 39-year-old has put together an outstanding career, and anything here on forward is a commendable bonus. Monfils’ other best performances include Round of 16 appearances at the Australian Open and in Miami.

Monfils’ reaction after beating Humbert at Wimbledon

Huge smile from Gael

Huge smile from his wife Elina Svitolina

Even a huge smile from his opponent, who walks over the net to hug him

Every time this man plays, it’s a celebration 🥹

Legendary 🇫🇷❤️

pic.twitter.com/nyOWVPdavK
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 1, 2025

Alexander Shevchenko is currently ranked No. 96 in the world, and is searching for his first career title. The 24-year-old talent went 0-3 to begin his campaign, before making a pre-quarterfinal run at the Rio Open. The Kazakh’s solitary quarterfinal appearance in 2025 came at the Generali Open Kitzbuhel, which is why he has a below par success rate of 38.5% so far. Across his career, Shevchenko has served 61% first serves in – winning 67% of these points and just 44% points on second serve.

What a moment 🥹

Alexander Shevchenko defeats Fritz 6-7 7-6 7-6 to claim the biggest win of his career 🔥#SwissIndoorsBasel pic.twitter.com/N0Ra1FEhF5
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) October 26, 2023

The head-to-head record between Gael Monfils and Alexander Shevchenko is 0-0.

Gael Monfils vs Alexander Shevchenko Career Comparison

Gael Monfils	Category	Alexander Shevchenko
52	Current Ranking	96
583-349	Career W-L Record	47-64
18-14	YTD W-L Record	10-16
13	Career Titles	0
1	YTD Titles	0
0	Grand Slams	0

Gael Monfils vs Alexander Shevchenko ATP Chengdu Open 2025 Prediction

Considering the neutrality of the surface, the hard courts present the best opportunity for Monfils to make a deep run. While Shevchenko has the ability to fight it out and work until the last point, the French veteran has the experience to give him a narrow edge. One of the main variables will be the serve – the player who can remain strong on their service games will taste success. Provided the rally length increases, Monfils can stay more active in rallies due to his endurance.

Prediction: Gael Monfils in three sets.

Gael Monfils vs Alexander Shevchenko ATP Chengdu Open 2025 Betting Odds

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Monfils has a slight advantage over Shevchenko in terms of the pre-match betting market. According to the implied probability on the money line, the 39-year-old has a 60% chance of advancing to the Round of 16 in Chengdu. Wanna know more about the full range of favorable odds? Look no further (as per BetMGM):

Gael Monfils Win: 1/2
Alexander Shevchenko Win: 8/5

Total Games >22.5: 23/25
Total Games <22.5: 41/50
Shevchenko +2.5 (Game Handicap): Evens
Monfils -1.5 (Set Handicap): 13/10
Shevchenko to Win At Least 1 Set (Yes): 3/5
Total Number of Tiebreaks <0.5: 12/25

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Sankalp Harikrishnan

A passionate sports fan through and through, I am currently pursuing my MA in Global Sports Journalism. I specialise in tennis and football writing at The Playoffs News, and I have prior experience working at EssentiallySports and Sportskeeda. Born and raised in Bengaluru, India, sport was my safe space right from my childhood. After trying my hand at multiple sports and representing my educational institutions in cricket, badminton and table tennis, I found sports media to be my calling.