LiontipsRebecca Shramkova vs Polina Kudermetova: Match Prediction and Betting Odds for WTA Beijing
Command Analysis
Current Form
The Slovak tennis player has gained significant momentum, reaching the finals in her last two hard court tournaments. In Monastir, she fell short against Kartal (3-6, 5-7), but secured a victory over Ziegmund in the Hua Hin final (6-4, 6-4). Just a day after her title win in Thailand, Šramková competed in a qualifying match in Beijing, defeating Zidansek in three sets, as the opponent retired in the deciding set.
Professional Qualities
Šramková does not adhere to a singular style of play. She can effectively operate both from the baseline and play aggressively, keeping the pressure on her opponents. Her endurance and excellent physical condition are also noteworthy.
Current Tour Statistics
Due to ongoing health issues, Dias has been largely inactive on tour, competing in only 13 matches in 2024, with seven of them resulting in victory. Zarina currently ranks 571st in the world standings.
Betting Insights
- Šramková has won six consecutive matches on tour
- In four of her last five matches, more than nine games were played in the first set
Current Form
Kudermetova competed last week in Seoul and can confidently add that tournament to her resume. Although she didn't qualify initially, she entered the main draw as a lucky loser and reached the quarterfinals. In the opening round of qualification in Beijing, the Russian player faced Linda Fruhvirtova. The Czech player took the first set in a tiebreak, but Kudermetova turned the match around with her aggressive playing style, securing a comeback victory (6-7, 6-1, 6-2).
Professional Qualities
Polina's game is consistently aggressive, aimed at quickly concluding each rally. When she's in form, this style leads her to success.
Current Tour Statistics
The Russian tennis player has found her most success on hard courts, boasting an impressive record of 17 wins against eight losses. Following her quarterfinal finish in Seoul, Polina climbed to 127th in the world rankings, marking her highest career achievement.
Betting Insights
- In three of Kudermetova's last five matches, more than nine games were played in the second set.
Trends
Bet Total Over 2.5 Sets
In their only head-to-head match, the players exchanged sets
2.45Bet Set Efficiency: 1>2
This scenario unfolded in three of the last five matches for Shramkova
2.25Tip and bets
This year, the tennis players faced off on clay courts in Bari, where the Slovakian representative triumphed after a hard-fought three-set match. We believe that today Polina will be able to challenge her opponent, who is playing under a demanding schedule for the second consecutive week. We recommend a high-odds bet on Kudermetova to win in this matchup.
Our prediction is a victory for Kudermetova with odds of 2.70
Total Games Bet
At the start in Beijing, both tennis players competed in three-set matches. Additionally, their only previous encounter consisted of the maximum number of games. We're expecting a fierce competition.
Our second bet is for a total of over 20 games at a 1.72 odds.
First Set Bet
In four out of the last five matches, Shramkova's first sets featured more than nine games. We anticipate competitive gameplay as both players vie for early dominance.
Prediction – total games in the first set over 9.5 with odds of 2.18.
