The speedy and entertaining Frenchman Jo-Wilfred Tsonga starts his 2011 Wimbledon quest, Tuesday June 21st, against Japanese Go Soeda, at the All England Club. Wimbledon oddsmakers have Jo-Wilfred Tsonga as -5000 moneyline favourite to beat Go Soeda who is listed as +1200 underdog. Be sure to get your 2011 Wimbledon: Jo-Wilfred Tsonga vs Go Soeda predictions in early.
No.19 seed Jo-Wilfred Tsonga best result was during the 2010 Wimbledon where he was ousted in the quarter finals. He impressed, at the 2011 AEGON Championships, by finally notching his second win over World No.1 Rafael Nadal since the 2008 Australian Open, defeating him 6–7(3), 6–4, 6–1 to move through to the semifinals for the first time in the grass tournament. In the semifinals, he defeated British wildcard James Ward 6–3, 7–6(7) to reach his first final in a tournament other than hardcourt. In the final, he let slip a healthy lead into a disappointing loss against Scotland's Andy Murray 6–3, 6–7(2), 4–6. 24 hours later, he arrived at the 2011 AEGON International in Eastbourne as the top seed. In his opening round, he defeated Denis Istomin 6–2, 7–5. In the second round, he was fatigued in a 2–6, 3–6 loss to Radek Stepanek. Tsonga has an entertaining style of play, known for his effectively potent serves, as well as having powerful, heavy forehands and having great touch at the net. He has an offensive baseline style of play, but is also able to mix his style of play up by rushing to the net. He is also currently one of the very few remaining players who often utilizes a serve-and-volley type of play.
Go Soeda has never made it past the first round. He is on the Challengers circuit with eight wins, five on hard court and three on carpet.
Head to Head:
These players have never played each other at an ATP World Tour, Grand Slam or Davis Cup main draw event.
Jo-Wilfred Tsonga vs Go Soeda
When: Tuesday June 21, 1:00 PM ET
Pick: Tsonga -5000
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The Bottom Line: Tsonga is too strong and fast. Be sure to get your 2011 Wimbledon: Jo-Wilfred Tsonga vs Go Soeda predictions in early.
