The ATP 500 Munich semifinals on April 18 feature a strong favourite and a potential upset angle. Alexander Zverev\u2019s dominant form and history in Munich make him a clear pick against Flavio Cobolli. At the same time, Alex Molcan\u2019s impressive winning streak on clay could see him challenge Ben Shelton in a much tighter contest than the odds suggest.<\/p>\n
Zverev – Cobolli: 18.04.2026 13:30 CEST<\/strong> Alexander Zverev has won four of his last five matches. This week in Munich, Zverev defeated Kecmanovic in three tight sets. In the deciding set, Zverev served well and played better under pressure. In the 1\/8-Finals, the German demolished Diallo in straight sets, whilst losing only three games and offering only one breakpoint. Today in the quarterfinals, Zverev defeated Cerundolo in three sets after losing the opening set 5-7. He is the defending champion here in Munich. The German has lifted the trophy three times already.<\/p>\n Flavio Cobolli has won four of his last five matches. This week in Munich, the Italian defeated Dedura in the opening round in straight sets. Besides losing his serve once, Cobolli dominated on his serve. In the 1\/8-Finals, the Italian defeated Bergs in straight sets. He offered and saved only one breakpoint. Today, in the quarterfinals, the Italian defeated Kopriva in straight sets. Last season in Munich, Cobolli lost to Shevchenko in the opening round in three sets.<\/p>\n According to the bookies, Zverev is the favourite in this matchup, and we agree. He was relentless this week in Munich, especially in the second and third sets in the quarterfinals against Cerundolo. Last season, Zverev won both head-to-head meetings against Cobolli in straight sets. We expect a similar outcome tomorrow.<\/p>\n That being said, Zverev winning in straight sets is a value bet.<\/strong><\/p>\n Value bet\/ the best odds: Alexander Zverev winning 2-0 @1.62 @bet365<\/strong><\/p>\n Molcan – Shelton: 18.04.2026 15:00 CEST<\/strong> Alex Molcan has won five straight matches. This week in Munich, Molcan qualified for the main draw of the tournament. In the opening main draw round, Molcan upset Bublik in the opening round in straight sets. Besides losing his serve once, he dominated in every aspect. In the second round, Molcan defeated Altmaier in straight sets. He served well, not offering any breakpoints. In the second set tiebreak, Molcan saved three set points. Today in the quarterfinals, Molcan defeated Shapovalov in straight sets.<\/p>\n Ben Shelton has won four of his last five matches. This week in Munich, Shelton defeated Nava in three tight sets. He served well, hitting 14 aces. In the 1\/8-Finals, he outlasted Blockx in straight sets, saving two set points in the second set. Today in the quarterfinals, Shelton upset Fonseca in three sets. He served well, offering only one breakpoint throughout the match. Last season in Munich, the American lost to Zverev in the final in straight sets.<\/p>\n According to the bookies, Molcan is the underdog in this matchup, but we disagree. He is in great form and enjoys playing on clay. This week, Molcan won against Bublik and Shapovalov in straight sets, both heavy hitters like Shelton. We expect Molcan to keep this match close.<\/p>\n That being said, Molcan covering the games handicap is a value bet.<\/strong><\/p>\n Value bet\/ the best odds: Alex Molcan +2.5 games handicap @2.00 @bet365<\/p>\n Main Photo Credit: Mike Frey-Imagn Images<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The ATP 500 Munich semifinals on April 18 feature a strong favourite and a potential upset angle. Alexander Zverev\u2019s dominant form and history in Munich make him a clear pick against Flavio Cobolli. 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