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Liam Draxl faces Nicolai Budkov in the Glasgow Challenger quarterfinals, showcasing impressive records and performances.

Liam Draxl and Nicolai Budkov Kjaer are set to clash in the quarterfinals of the Glasgow Challenger on February 21, 2025. This match marks their first encounter on the main tour, adding an intriguing layer to the competition.

Draxl, currently ranked 184, boasts an impressive 11-4 win-loss record this season, with a remarkable 11-3 on indoor hard courts. His standout performances include reaching the finals in both the Oeiras 1 Challenger and Oeiras 3 Challenger. In the previous rounds, Draxl showcased his dominance by defeating Adrian Andreev 6-4 6-1 and Bernabe Zapata Miralles 6-3 6-2, demonstrating aggressive play with 29 winners and 16 aces, while maintaining a flawless serve.

On the other hand, Budkov, ranked 439, holds a 9-5 record in 2025, with 8-4 on indoor surfaces. His best result this year was reaching the final in M25 Esch/Alzette. Budkov advanced to the quarterfinals after a hard-fought victory over Hugo Grenier 6-3 3-6 6-2 and a tight match against Raul Brancaccio 6-4 7-6(7), where he displayed consistency with no double faults and an impressive 80% first serve success rate.

The match is scheduled for Friday at 40 PM on COURT 8, with predictions favoring Draxl to win in three sets. Odds are set at Draxl 1.53 and Budkov 2.375. For more insights, check out the match analysis and the ATP Tour for updates.

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