LiontipsMira Andreeva vs Zheng Qinwen: Predictions and Betting Insights for the WTA Beijing Match on October 4, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
In Beijing, Andreeva has already secured the ranking points from last year's Round of 16 performance and shows no signs of stopping. The young Russian tennis player, while facing some challenges, managed to defeat Begu and Vekic after dropping sets early on. In the fourth round, Mirra overwhelmed Linette, winning decisively 6-1, 6-3. She has clearly gained momentum throughout the tournament and is building her confidence.
Professional Qualities
At just 17 years old, Mirra plays with composure on the court, calculating her combinations and sticking to her game plan. She consistently strikes powerfully and accurately along the lines and maintains a high tempo in rallies. Her excellent footwork enables her to approach shots from an advantageous position.
Current Tour Statistics
Andreeva aims to break into the top 20, currently positioned at 22nd in the world rankings. Since the start of the year, she has achieved 14 wins and six losses on outdoor hard courts.
Interesting Betting Insights
- In two of her three matches in Beijing, Andreeva played three sets
- Only one of her last five matches featured more than nine games in the first set
Current Form
At the home tournament in Beijing, Zheng Qinwen had an easy start against Rakhimova, winning 6-1, 6-1, and Podoroska, finishing 6-3, 6-2. However, in the fourth round, the Chinese player faced a tougher challenge against Anisimova, needing three sets to secure victory 3-6, 6-1, 6-2. Zheng had a slow start but managed to elevate her game while her opponent made several errors, struggling to maintain the pace.
Professional Attributes
Zheng Qinwen may not boast extraordinary physical attributes but excels due to her endurance and speed. On the baseline, she is always ready to retrieve even the toughest shots. Additionally, she possesses a serve that is challenging for opponents to return.
Current Tour Statistics
The Chinese tennis player is currently ranked seventh in the world and shows no signs of slowing down. Her most notable achievement is winning Olympic gold. Zheng feels quite at home on hard courts, boasting a record of 20 wins in 28 matches.
Interesting Betting Facts
- In her last four matches, the first set involving Zheng Qinwen has featured fewer than ten games played.
Trends
Bet Total Over 2.5 Sets
The Russian tennis player played three sets in two of her last three matches in Beijing
2.41Bet Tie-Break in Match – Yes
In two of her last five matches, Andreeva played tie-breaks
3.55Tip and bets
In the last round, Anisimova showcased that she can compete against Zheng Qinwen, especially in the first set. However, Amanda struggled to maintain her high tempo throughout the match. Mirra, on the other hand, has no such issues. Currently, we believe Andreyeva matches her opponent in every aspect and is ready to fight for victory.
Our prediction is an Andreyeva win with odds of 2.29
Bet on Total
We believe the chances of victory today are quite equal, suggesting a lengthy battle ahead. Moreover, Mirra has already played two three-set matches on local courts, while Zheng Qinwen has traded sets with Anisimova.
Our second bet is for total games over 21 at 1.78
Bet on the Second Set
It's worth noting that in three out of the last five matches for Andreyeva, the second set featured more than nine games. There is a high likelihood that today's match will see the most intense competition during this segment.
Our prediction is total games over 9.5 in the second set at odds of 2.21
