Mira Andreeva vs Donna Vekic: Match Prediction and Betting Odds for WTA Beijing

Current Form

Andreeva struggled to perform at her best during the US Open, where she faced a surprising defeat in the second round against Ktyuger (1-6, 4-6). This raised concerns in predictions that the young Russian player might also face difficulties in her opening match in Beijing. However, after initially struggling against the experienced Romanian Begu, she adapted to the game and, following a lost first set, turned the match around decisively (6-7, 6-1, 6-1).

Professional Qualities

On the court, Mirra stands out for her agility and her ability to read the game, waiting for the right moment to strike. At her age, these skills are crucial. It's worth noting that Andreeva can maintain a high tempo during rallies, putting pressure on her opponents to force errors.

Current Tour Statistics

At just 17 years old, it’s not surprising that maintaining a steady performance throughout the season has been a challenge. Nevertheless, since the beginning of the year, she has recorded 28 victories against 13 defeats on tour. On outdoor hard courts, she has achieved 12 wins alongside six losses. Mirra is currently ranked 22nd in the world, and in Beijing, she needs to defend points from her last year's round of 16 appearance.

Interesting Betting Insights

• Two of Andreeva's last three matches featured tiebreaks
• Mirra exchanged sets in three of her last five matches

Current Form

Vekic has shown notable improvement in the second half of the season, reaching the Wimbledon semifinals, earning a silver medal at the Olympics, and making it to the quarterfinals at the US Open. However, her transition to hard courts in Asia has been challenging. In her opening match in Beijing, she faced Golubic and struggled to overcome Victoria's resistance, winning 4-6, 7-6, 6-4. Her strong first serve was crucial in key moments during that match.

Professional Skills

The Croatian player relies on powerful tennis, showcasing strong shots from both wings and a solid first serve. Vekic is also adept at exchanging rallies from the baseline while maintaining a high tempo.

Current Statistics on Tour

Vekic boasts an impressive season record, with 31 wins against 18 losses. However, her performance on hard courts in the first half of the season was less than stellar, reflected in her overall numbers of 11 victories from 19 matches.

Interesting Betting Facts

• In her last six matches, Vekic has played tie-breaks three times
• In six consecutive matches involving the Croatian player, more than nine games have consistently been played in the first set