Kei Nishikori vs Michael Antonius predictions, Aug 26, 2026

Aug 25, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Kei Nishikori

Antonius

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As Kei Nishikori prepares to face Michael Antonius in the ATP US Open on August 26, 2026, tennis fans can expect an exciting clash at Nishikori’s home venue. Both players come into the match with contrasting recent forms, which adds an intriguing dynamic to the matchup.

Nishikori, despite his home advantage, has struggled to find consistency recently, securing only 2 victories in his last 5 matches. His tactical strengths revolve around his agility and precision, often utilizing a blend of powerful groundstrokes and strategic shot placement. Nishikori will need to find his rhythm early to impose his style on the game.

On the other hand, Antonius has shown impressive form with 4 wins from his last 5 matches. His aggressive baseline play and strong serve could pose significant challenges for Nishikori. Antonius’s ability to capitalize on opponents’ errors will be critical in this matchup, as he looks to exploit any weaknesses in the former top player’s game.

Bookmakers have assigned odds of 1.42 for Nishikori and 2.65 for Antonius, reflecting the home player’s favored status. Our model suggests a 70.9% probability of a Nishikori victory, yet given Antonius’s current trajectory, the outcome remains uncertain. Fans should anticipate a competitive encounter, where tactical execution will be paramount.

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Nishikori
65.1%		 Antonius
34.9%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 1.42 2.65

Latest Results

25.08.26 Sebastian Ofner – Kei Nishikori – 1:2
12.08.26 Marco Trungelliti – Kei Nishikori – 2:1
11.08.26 Kei Nishikori – Francisco Comesana – 2:1
01.08.26 Michael Zheng – Kei Nishikori – 2:0
29.07.26 Rafael Jodar – Kei Nishikori – 2:0		 25.08.26 Michael Antonius – Henry Searle – 2:0
19.07.26 Ilyas Milad Fahim – Michael Antonius – 0:2
17.07.26 Alexander Bernard – Michael Antonius – 0:2
16.07.26 Dillon Beckles – Michael Antonius – Beckles D. Retired
15.07.26 Jonah Braswell – Michael Antonius – 0:2

Facts

  • Nishikori is ranked ATP: 477. Antonius is ranked ATP: 670.
  • Nishikori has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Antonius is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Nishikori may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Nishikori might have a minor edge in this game.
  • Recently, there has been no match between the players.

    • Standings

    Draw

    Singles – Qualification

    Quarter-finals

    1 Gea A. (1) Nagal S. 2 : 0
    2 Chidekh C. Coria F. 2 : 0
    3 Mikrut L. Sanchez Izquierdo N. 2 : 0
    4 Kouame M. Basavareddy N. (32) 1 : 2
    5 Wong C. (2) Moller E. 2 : 1
    6 Neumayer L. McCabe J. (Alt) 2 : 0
    7 Squire H. Jorda Sanchis D. 1 : 2
    8 Kwon S. (RET.) Lajovic D. (30) 1 : 1
    9 Gaston H. (3) Justo G. I. 2 : 0
    10 Ilagan A. (WC) Boyer T.
    11 Kym J. Added D.
    12 Smith C. Pellegrino A. (22)
    13 Fearnley J. (4) Carballes Baena R. 2 : 0
    14 Pavlovic L. Varillas J. P. 2 : 1
    15 Dedura D. Ferreira Silva F. 0 : 2
    16 Coppejans K. Rodionov J. (21) 0 : 2
    17 Droguet T. (5) Rincon D. 1 : 2
    18 Lajal M. Lee J. (WC) 1 : 2
    19 Den Ouden G. Olivieri G. A. 1 : 2
    20 Prado Angelo J. C. Barrios Vera T. (31) 1 : 2
    21 Mochizuki S. (6) Milavsky D. (WC) 2 : 0
    22 Shick B. Tabur C. 2 : 0
    23 Passaro F. Gill F. 2 : 0
    24 Martin Tiffon P. Gentzsch T. (29) 0 : 2
    25 Samuel T. (7) Maestrelli F. 2 : 1
    26 Bueno G. Harris B. 0 : 2
    27 Roncadelli F. Ymer E. 0 : 2
    28 Johnson S. (WC) Garin C. (24) 1 : 2
    29 Svrcina D. (8) Meligeni Alves F. 2 : 0
    30 Smith K. Galarneau A. 0 : 2
    31 Brancaccio R. Seyboth Wild T. 0 : 2
    32 Napolitano S. McDonald M. (28) 0 : 2
    33 Virtanen O. (9) Blanchet U. 2 : 0
    34 Pinnington Jones J. Svajda T. (WC) 2 : 0
    35 Skatov T. Bailly G. A. 2 : 0
    36 Giustino L. Dimitrov G. (25) 0 : 2
    37 Jacquet K. (10) Midon L. 2 : 0
    38 Gomez F. A. Dougaz A. 0 : 2
    39 Guerrieri A. Holmgren A. 2 : 1
    40 Schwaerzler J. J. Heide G. (20) 2 : 1
    41 Bu Y. (11) Noguchi R.
    42 Kolar Z. Gojo B.
    43 Nardi L. Cina F.
    44 Echargui M. Dellien H. (27)
    45 Piros Z. (12) Alcala Gurri M. 2 : 0
    46 Martinez P. Glinka D.
    47 Kasnikowski M. Budkov Kjaer N.
    48 Sakellaridis S. O’Connell C. (17)
    49 Mejia N. (13) Draxl L.
    50 Daniel T. Johnson A. (WC)
    51 Secord J. (WC) Schoolkate T.
    52 Hong S. C. Basilashvili N. (19)
    53 Gaubas V. (14) Feldbausch K. 2 : 0
    54 Cecchinato M. Broady L. 2 : 0
    55 Bertola R. Moro Canas A. 2 : 0
    56 Wendelken H. Travaglia S. (26) 2 : 1
    57 Rocha H. (15) Mmoh M. 2 : 0
    58 Tomic B. Harris L. 1 : 2
    59 Onclin G. Sachko V. 0 : 2
    60 Bolt A. Llamas Ruiz P. (18) 0 : 2
    61 Ofner S. (16) Nishikori K. (WC) 1 : 2
    62 Antonius M. (WC) Searle H. 2 : 0
    63 Clarke J. (Alt) Sakamoto R. 1 : 2
    64 Djere L. Muller A. (23) 0 : 2

    Semi-finals

    1 Gea A. (1) Chidekh C.
    2 Mikrut L. Basavareddy N. (32)
    3 Wong C. (2) Neumayer L.
    4 Jorda Sanchis D. Lajovic D. (30)
    5 Gaston H. (3) TBD #10
    6 TBD #11 TBD #12
    7 Fearnley J. (4) Pavlovic L.
    8 Ferreira Silva F. Rodionov J. (21)
    9 Rincon D. Lee J.
    10 Olivieri G. A. Barrios Vera T. (31)
    11 Mochizuki S. (6) Shick B.
    12 Passaro F. Gentzsch T. (29)
    13 Samuel T. (7) Harris B.
    14 Ymer E. Garin C. (24)
    15 Svrcina D. (8) Galarneau A.
    16 Seyboth Wild T. McDonald M. (28)
    17 Virtanen O. (9) Pinnington Jones J.
    18 Skatov T. Dimitrov G. (25)
    19 Jacquet K. (10) Dougaz A.
    20 Guerrieri A. Schwaerzler J. J.
    21 TBD #41 TBD #42
    22 TBD #43 TBD #44
    23 Piros Z. (12) TBD #46
    24 TBD #47 TBD #48
    25 TBD #49 TBD #50
    26 TBD #51 TBD #52
    27 Gaubas V. (14) Cecchinato M.
    28 Bertola R. Wendelken H.
    29 Rocha H. (15) Harris L.
    30 Sachko V. Llamas Ruiz P. (18)
    31 Nishikori K. Antonius M.
    32 Sakamoto R. Muller A. (23)

    Final

    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

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