Grigor Dimitrov vs. Alexei Popyrin prediction, odds, picks for US Open 2026

Grigor Dimitrov and Alexei Popyrin will lock horns in the first round of the US Open 2026 on Monday.

Dimers' proven tennis model projects Grigor Dimitrov as the most likely winner in this Dimitrov vs. Popyrin prediction.

This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's match, including best bets and picks.

Dimitrov vs. Popyrin prediction: Who will win and advance to the second round?

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's Dimitrov-Popyrin men's singles match, forming part of our tennis predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently gives Dimitrov a 65% chance of winning against Popyrin in the US Open 2026.

Grigor Dimitrov vs. Alexei Popyrin odds

We have researched the most up-to-date betting odds in America for this match, which are listed here:

• Moneyline: Alexei Popyrin +176, Grigor Dimitrov -200

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Dimitrov vs. Popyrin picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Moneyline: Dimitrov @ -200 via DraftKings
• First Set: Popyrin @ -125 via DraftKings

According to our tennis best bets, the top play to make on this match is Grigor Dimitrov to win the first set.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Dimitrov vs. Popyrin updates and essential details

The US Open 2026 match between Grigor Dimitrov and Alexei Popyrin is scheduled to begin on Monday at 4:40 PM ET.

• Who: Grigor Dimitrov vs. Alexei Popyrin
• Date: Monday, August 31, 2026
• Approx. Time: 4:40 PM ET/1:40PM PT
• Tournament: US Open Men's Singles 2026
• Round: First round

All dates and times mentioned in this article are United States Eastern Time unless otherwise stated.

Conclusion

We predict Grigor Dimitrov, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat Alexei Popyrin at the US Open 2026.

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