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- Alcaraz's matches in Doha often extend beyond expectations
- Royer gained momentum by snapping his losing streak in Doha
- Consider betting over 18.5 games
Carlos Alcaraz reacts against Arthur Rinderknech during day two of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open.
(credit: Getty)
Carlos Alcaraz is the clear favorite in this matchup, but his matches at this venue have often been more competitive than the odds suggest. He tends to be pushed into longer exchanges and tighter scorelines here rather than producing outright blowouts.
With that trend in mind, the over 18.5 total games line shapes up as a solid value option.
Stats Point To Extended Match
- Two of Alcaraz’s four matches in Doha have gone the distance to three sets.
- All four of his matches at this venue have featured over 19.5 total games.
- Valentin Royer has won just one of his six matches so far in 2026.
- Royer is chasing only the second quarterfinal appearance of his main-tour career.
Head-to-Head
First meeting between the pair.
Alcaraz Extends Perfect Start
Carlos Alcaraz faced a tricky opening test in Doha against Arthur Rinderknech but handled it well, coming through in straight sets, 6–4, 7–6.
It wasn’t a runaway performance, yet he stayed composed in the key moments and found a way to close out a match that demanded focus.
That victory extended his unbeaten start to the season to 9–0, a run that includes his title-winning campaign at the Australian Open as well as an exhibition win earlier in the year.
Alcaraz now needs one more win to match his result from last year’s Doha debut, when he reached the quarterfinals before suffering a surprise three-set defeat.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Spain |
| Age | 22 (5 May 2003) |
| Height / Weight | 6'1" (185 cm) / 159 lbs (72 kg) |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Current Singles Rank | 1 |
| Career-High Rank | 1 |
| Titles | 26 |
| Elo Rank | 1 (2293) |
Royer Ends Drought In Doha
Valentin Royer finally got his first win of the 2026 season by defeating compatriot Pierre-Hugues Herbert 6–0, 6–3 in the opening round in Doha.
That result snapped a difficult run, ending a lengthy losing spell that had stretched back several months. It was also his first main-draw win at tour level since last October in Basel.
Royer is now chasing just the second quarterfinal of his ATP career. His only previous run to that stage came in Hangzhou last September, where he came through qualifying to produce a breakthrough performance.
To repeat that feat here, he would need to defeat a top-10 opponent for the first time in his career, having fallen short in both of his previous attempts against players of that caliber.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Age | 24 (29 May 2001) |
| Height / Weight | 6'2" (188 cm) / 183 lbs (83 kg) |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Current Singles Rank | 60 |
| Career-High Rank | 56 (3 Nov 2025) |
| Titles | 0 |
| Elo Rank | 120 (1681) |
Verdict
Carlos Alcaraz is clearly the superior player in this matchup, and the gap in class between the two is evident in the odds and ranking. However, his matches at this venue have rarely turned into outright blowouts, which opens the door for a more competitive scoreline.
With that in mind, taking over 18.5 games offers appealing value and makes plenty of sense in this spot.
Over 18.5
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