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Denis Shapovalov vs. Yunchaokete Bu prediction, odds, picks for 2026 Australian Open
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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get Shapovalov vs Bu predictions for 2026 Australian Open.
Denis Shapovalov will face Yunchaokete Bu in the first round of the 2026 Australian Open on Sunday.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced tennis model predicts Denis Shapovalov as the most likely winner of the Shapovalov vs. Bu match.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's match, including best bets and picks.
Shapovalov vs. Bu prediction: Who will win and advance to the second round?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's Shapovalov-Bu men's singles match 10,000 times as part of our tennis predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives Shapovalov a 67% chance of winning against Bu in the 2026 Australian Open.
Denis Shapovalov vs. Yunchaokete Bu odds
We have sourced the most up-to-date betting odds in America for this match, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Shapovalov | Bu |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -191 | +172 |
| Game Spread | +3.5 (-118) | -3.5 (-116) |
| Total Games | o39.5 (-118) | u39.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Shapovalov vs. Bu picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Shapovalov | -191 |
| First Set | Bu | -112 |
According to our tennis best bets, the top play to make on this match is Denis Shapovalov to win the first set.
Shapovalov vs. Bu updates and essential details
The 2026 Australian Open match between Denis Shapovalov and Yunchaokete Bu is scheduled to begin on Sunday at 11:00 PM ET.
- Who: Denis Shapovalov vs. Yunchaokete Bu
- Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
- Approx. Time: 11:00 PM ET/8:00PM PT
- Tournament: 2026 Australian Open, Men's Singles
- Round: First round
All dates and times mentioned in this article are United States Eastern Time unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
We predict Denis Shapovalov, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat Yunchaokete Bu at the 2026 Australian Open.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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