Tuesday’s French Open tips: Thiem, Stephens and Djokovic get the nod

Kasatkina has knocked out no. 2 seed Caroline Wozniacki and poses a real threat here. But Stephens’ big-game experience and speed advantage could make the difference. If the American makes it through, the draw will open up nicely for her.

Novak Djokovic to beat Marco Cecchinato in straight sets – 8/15

Marco Cecchinato had never won a match at a Grand Slam before this year’s French Open started. Now he finds himself as the lowest-ranked quarter-finalist at Roland Garros since Ernests Gulbis in 2008.

But the fairy tale looks likely to end here. Djokovic is unsurprisingly the overwhelming favourite at 1/12. He’s looked more like his old self in this tournament, which doesn’t bode well for Cecchinato.

Madison Keys to beat Yulia Putintseva 2-1 – 11/4

Madison Keys is ranked no. 13 in the world, 72 places above her last-eight opponent. She’s a natural on hard courts and hasn’t lost a set on her way to this stage. The Illinois-born player should book her place in the final four here.

But it wouldn’t be a surprise if Putintseva took a set in this tie. The Russian won their only previous meeting two years ago. And it would only be natural if Keys felt a few nerves as she gets closer to the prize.

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