Rinky Hijikata vs. Roman Safiullin prediction, odds, picks for ATP Shanghai Masters 2026

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the result of Wednesday's Hijikata-Safiullin men's singles match, forming part of our tennis predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives Safiullin a 69% chance of defeating Hijikata at the ATP Shanghai Masters tournament. Additionally, Safiullin has a 64% chance of winning the first set. The simulations also show that the oddsmakers have got it right with the -3.5 games spread, with each player projected to have a 50-50 chance of covering, while the under 22.5 games has a 54% chance of hitting, according to our model.

Latest betting odds

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

• Moneyline: Roman Safiullin -278, Rinky Hijikata +235
• First Set: Hijikata +175, Safiullin -227

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

Model 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: Hijikata @ +235 via DraftKings
• First Set: Safiullin @ -120 via DraftKings

According to our best tennis bets, the top play to make on this match is Rinky Hijikata to win.

Although Hijikata is less than likely to win, he provides the best value at the current available odds.

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

Game info & first serve details

The ATP Shanghai Masters match between Rinky Hijikata and Roman Safiullin is scheduled to begin on Wednesday at 4:10 AM ET.

• Who: Rinky Hijikata vs. Roman Safiullin
• Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
• Approx. Time: 4:10 AM ET/1:10AM PT
• Tournament: ATP Shanghai, China Men's Singles 2026
• Round: Round of 128

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

Conclusion

We predict Roman Safiullin, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat Rinky Hijikata at the ATP Shanghai Masters tournament.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary Tennis prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.