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Alexandrova vs Kalinskaya: WTA Wuhan Match Preview
For the sixth time in her career, Ekaterina Alexandrova will face Anna Kalinskaya. In their previous five encounters, Ekaterina has emerged victorious each time. Can Anna turn the tide on October 9 in the second round in Wuhan and finally claim her first win in their head-to-head matchups? Check out our predictions and discover the best betting options.
Command Analysis
Ekaterina Alexandrova
Russian FederationCurrent Form
In her last two tournaments in Asia, Alexandrov showed subpar performance with only one victory. Predictably, there were concerns about her first-round match in Wuhan. Those fears turned out to be valid. To secure a win against Kenin, she needed three sets (6-1, 4-6, 6-4). Notably, the Russian only dropped her serve once, and her opponent had just two break points.
Professional Qualities
Alexandrov consistently aims to play aggressively, often striking the rising ball. This style does not grant opponents much time for reflection. Additionally, her powerful first serve is particularly effective on fast courts. Against Kenin, she delivered 11 aces.
Current Tour Statistics
Since the beginning of the season, Alexandrov has participated in 47 matches, achieving 24 victories. On outdoor hard courts, she has recorded 15 wins and 12 losses. In the world rankings, she currently sits at 33rd place.
Interesting Betting Insights
- In seven of her last eight matches, Alexandrov played three sets
- She has defeated Kalinskaya in all five of their head-to-head encounters, losing just one set
Anna Kalinskaya
Russian FederationCurrent Form
Kallinskaya displayed inconsistent performance in Beijing last week but still advanced to the round of 16. At this stage, Anna lost to the impressive Starodubtseva with a score of 5-7, 0-6. In Wuhan, the Russian player began with a convincing victory over Bondar, winning 6-1, 6-3. Her opponent struggled significantly on service, which greatly benefited Anna.
Professional Skills
Anna aims to dictate play on the court, showcasing excellent speed and the ability to deliver powerful and sharp shots even while in motion. She effectively retrieves challenging balls at the baseline and possesses a well-executed strong first serve, allowing her to score many easy points.
Current Tour Statistics
Currently, Kallinskaya ranks as the 13th player in the world, marking her best career achievement, and she is undoubtedly eager to break into the top 10. On outdoor hard courts this season, Anna has played 36 matches, achieving 20 victories. However, she has yet to secure any titles in 2024.
Betting Insights
- Two of Kallinskaya’s last three victories were decided in three sets
- In her previous three matches, Anna did not play over nine games in the second set
Trends
Bet Total Over 2.5 Sets
In seven out of the last eight matches featuring Alexandrova, the maximum number of sets was reached
2.34Bet Tiebreak During Match – Yes
In two of the last four head-to-head encounters, tiebreaks were played
3.20Tip and bets
Alexandrova has defeated Kalinskaya five times in her career, so she clearly knows how to play against her. In her opening match against Kenin, even after dropping a set, Ekaterina showed reliable performance on her serve. We believe this aspect of her game will allow her to upset her compatriot once again. In our opinion, bookmakers may be slightly underestimating Alexandrova.
Our prediction is a victory for Alexandrova with odds of 2.21
Bet on Total Games
This match is crucial, and it's clear that neither player will back down. In two of their last four encounters, tie-breaks were played, and during their most recent match, Ekaterina won in just three sets.
Our next bet is over 21 total games at 1.81
Bet on the Second Set
It's worth noting that in all five head-to-head matches, there were no more than nine games played in the second set. Therefore, we suggest another betting option for this game.
Prediction – total games in the second set under 9.5 at odds of 1.62
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