Brandon Nakashima vs Aleksandar Kovacevic predictions, Aug 16, 2026

Aug 15, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

ATP Cincinnati, on Sunday,

Brandon Nakashima

Aleksandar Kovacevic

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In the first round of the ATP Cincinnati Open, Brandon Nakashima is set to face off against Aleksandar Kovacevic in what promises to be an intriguing match. Scheduled for August 16, 2026, this encounter sees Nakashima competing on home soil, where he has shown considerable prowess.

In recent weeks, Nakashima has displayed impressive form, winning 4 out of his last 5 matches. His aggressive baseline game and ability to read opponents have contributed to his success, allowing him to dictate play and capitalize on errors. In contrast, Kovacevic has struggled lately, securing only 1 win in his last 5 outings. His inconsistent serve and difficulties in maintaining composure during crucial moments could prove detrimental against a player of Nakashima’s caliber.

The bookmakers reflect this trend, listing Nakashima as the clear favorite with odds of 1.19, while Kovacevic’s odds sit at 4.28. Although Nakashima’s form tilts the scales in his favor, Kovacevic’s potential for an upset should not be entirely discounted. Both players will need to utilize their strengths effectively, making this match one to watch.

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Nakashima
74.2%		 Kovacevic
25.8%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.29 3.60
MarathonBet 1.31 3.83
WilliamHill 1.27 3.40
Pinnacle 1.19 4.28
Best for US Customers 1.29 3.55

Latest Results

13.08.26 Ben Shelton – Brandon Nakashima – 2:0
12.08.26 Rafael Jodar – Brandon Nakashima – 0:2
11.08.26 Luciano Darderi – Brandon Nakashima – 0:2
08.08.26 Arthur Rinderknech – Brandon Nakashima – 1:2
06.08.26 Brandon Nakashima – Titouan Droguet – 2:1		 14.08.26 Aleksandar Kovacevic – Karen Khachanov – 2:1
03.08.26 Aleksandar Kovacevic – Nuno Borges – 1:2
27.07.26 Cameron Norrie – Aleksandar Kovacevic – 2:0
29.06.26 Aleksandar Kovacevic – Botic Van De Zandschulp – 1:3
23.06.26 Daniel Altmaier – Aleksandar Kovacevic – 2:0

Facts

  • Nakashima is ranked ATP: 31. Kovacevic is ranked ATP: 95.
  • Nakashima is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Kovacevic has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Nakashima may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Nakashima is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 1 head-to-head match, Nakashima won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 2:0.

    Latest Head To Head

    09.01.26 Aleksandar Kovacevic – Brandon Nakashima – 0:2

    Standings

    Draw

    Singles – Main

    1/64-finals

    1 Zverev A. (1) Bye
    2 Norrie C. Prizmic D. 2 : 1
    3 Fucsovics M. (RET.) Atmane T. 0 : 0
    4 Bye Etcheverry T. M. (26)
    5 Paul T. (18) Bye
    6 Shimabukuro S. (LL) Hurkacz H. 0 : 2
    7 Jacquet K. (Q) Vallejo D. 0 : 2
    8 Bye Vacherot V. (15)
    9 Jodar R. (12) Bye
    10 Shapovalov D. Mannarino A. 2 : 0
    11 Burruchaga R. A. Struff J-L. 1 : 2
    12 Bye Tabilo A. (22)
    13 Blockx A. (28) Bye
    14 Navone M. Collignon R. 2 : 0
    15 Ugo Carabelli C. Kecmanovic M. 0 : 2
    16 Bye Cobolli F. (7)
    17 Djokovic N. (3) Bye
    18 Tirante T. A. Choinski J. 2 : 1
    19 Landaluce M. Draper J. (WC) 2 : 0
    20 Bye Arnaldi M. (31)
    21 Darderi L. (19) Bye
    22 Hijikata R. (WC) Monfils G. (WC) 2 : 1
    23 Svajda Z. Bellucci M. 0 : 2
    24 Bye Mensik J. (14)
    25 Lehecka J. (9) Bye
    26 Droguet T. (Q) Berrettini M. 1 : 2
    27 Hanfmann Y. van Assche L. (Q) 2 : 0
    28 Bye Fils A. (21)
    29 Fery A. (32) Bye
    30 Wolf J.J. (Q) Duckworth J. 0 : 2
    31 Kopriva V. Halys Q. (Q) 0 : 2
    32 Bye De Minaur A. (5)
    33 Fritz T. (6) Bye
    34 Michelsen A. De Jong J. 2 : 0
    35 Merida Aguilar D. Cilic M. (WC) 2 : 1
    36 Bye Bergs Z. (30)
    37 Fonseca J. (23) Bye
    38 Van De Zandschulp B. Shevchenko A. (LL) 2 : 0
    39 O’Connell C. (Q) Majchrzak K. 2 : 0
    40 Bye Ruud C. (11)
    41 Rublev A. (13) Bye
    42 Machac T. Carreno-Busta P. 0 : 2
    43 Borges N. Kokkinakis T. (PR) 2 : 1
    44 Bye Cerundolo F. (20)
    45 Nakashima B. (27) Bye
    46 Kovacevic A. Khachanov K.
    47 Medjedovic H. Trungelliti M. (Q) 0 : 2
    48 Bye Medvedev D. (4)
    49 Shelton B. (8) Bye
    50 Faria J. (Q) Brooksby J. 2 : 0
    51 Walton A. Mejia N. (Q) 2 : 0
    52 Bye Buse I. (29)
    53 Humbert U. (24) Bye
    54 Marozsan F. Zheng M. (Q) 1 : 2
    55 Wong C. (Q) Altmaier D. 1 : 2
    56 Bye Musetti L. (10)
    57 Tien L. (16) Bye
    58 Baez S. Dimitrov G. (WC) 2 : 1
    59 Shang J. (PR) Sonego L. 0 : 2
    60 Bye Tiafoe F. (17)
    61 Rinderknech A. (25) Bye
    62 Lajal M. (Q) Cerundolo J. M. 0 : 2
    63 Royer V. Tsitsipas S. 0 : 2
    64 Bye Auger-Aliassime F. (2)

    1/32-finals

    1 Zverev A. (1) Norrie C.
    2 Atmane T. Etcheverry T. M. (26)
    3 Paul T. (18) Hurkacz H.
    4 Vallejo D. Vacherot V. (15)
    5 Jodar R. (12) Shapovalov D.
    6 Struff J-L. Tabilo A. (22)
    7 Blockx A. (28) Navone M.
    8 Kecmanovic M. Cobolli F. (7)
    9 Djokovic N. (3) Tirante T. A.
    10 Landaluce M. Arnaldi M. (31)
    11 Darderi L. (19) Hijikata R.
    12 Bellucci M. Mensik J. (14)
    13 Lehecka J. (9) Berrettini M.
    14 Hanfmann Y. Fils A. (21)
    15 Fery A. (32) Duckworth J.
    16 Halys Q. De Minaur A. (5)
    17 Fritz T. (6) Michelsen A.
    18 Merida Aguilar D. Bergs Z. (30)
    19 Fonseca J. (23) Van De Zandschulp B.
    20 O’Connell C. Ruud C. (11)
    21 Rublev A. (13) Carreno-Busta P.
    22 Borges N. Cerundolo F. (20)
    23 Nakashima B. (27) TBD #46
    24 Trungelliti M. Medvedev D. (4)
    25 Shelton B. (8) Faria J.
    26 Walton A. Buse I. (29)
    27 Humbert U. (24) Zheng M.
    28 Altmaier D. Musetti L. (10)
    29 Tien L. (16) Baez S.
    30 Sonego L. Tiafoe F. (17)
    31 Rinderknech A. (25) Cerundolo J. M.
    32 Tsitsipas S. Auger-Aliassime F. (2)

    1/16-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4
    3 TBD #5 TBD #6
    4 TBD #7 TBD #8
    5 TBD #9 TBD #10
    6 TBD #11 TBD #12
    7 TBD #13 TBD #14
    8 TBD #15 TBD #16
    9 TBD #17 TBD #18
    10 TBD #19 TBD #20
    11 TBD #21 TBD #22
    12 TBD #23 TBD #24
    13 TBD #25 TBD #26
    14 TBD #27 TBD #28
    15 TBD #29 TBD #30
    16 TBD #31 TBD #32

    1/8-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4
    3 TBD #5 TBD #6
    4 TBD #7 TBD #8
    5 TBD #9 TBD #10
    6 TBD #11 TBD #12
    7 TBD #13 TBD #14
    8 TBD #15 TBD #16

    Quarter-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4
    3 TBD #5 TBD #6
    4 TBD #7 TBD #8

    Semi-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4

    Final

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2

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