Bu Yunchaokete vs Alexander Bublik

A compelling match-up is set for Thursday at the Kooyong Classic, where China's Yunchaokete Bu faces Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik on the hard courts. Bublik, the world No. 31 known for his powerful serve and unpredictable shot-making, enters as the clear favorite. The average moneyline odds from 180 bookmakers reflect this, with Bublik priced at 1.26 compared to Bu's 3.53.

This exhibition event provides a valuable opportunity for Bu to test his game against a top-tier opponent. While the odds heavily favor Bublik, matches at the Kooyong Classic can often produce surprising results as players fine-tune their form ahead of the Australian Open. The focus will be on Bu's ability to handle Bublik's pace and variety, making for an intriguing tactical battle despite the lopsided pre-match expectations.