Alexandrova – Mertens: forecast for the Doha WTA match

Current form

Over the course of the season, Alexandrova has scored an impressive run and is currently on a six-match winning streak. Recall that Ekaterina won the title in Linz, after which she developed success in Doha. At the start, she defeated Emma Radukana (6-3, 7-5) in a tight fight. This was followed by a resounding victory over world number one Arina Sobolenko (3-6, 6-3, 7-6). In that meeting, the Russian tennis player did not give up after losing the first game, continued to play boldly and aggressively, which earned her entry into the third round.

Professional qualities

Alexandrova, when she is in great shape, plays ahead of the curve, tries not to give her rivals time to think, and acts aggressively. We also note the powerful first serve, which is very effective on fast surfaces. Plus, Ekaterina always tries to play actively in the reception, for example, Sobolenko won only 58% of the points on her first serve.

Current indicators in the tour

Since the beginning of the year, Alexandrova has played 10 matches in the tour, in which she scored seven victories. Her best result was the title in the Linz Gym.

Interesting facts for betting

• In three of the last five matches, Alexandrova played in three sets.
• In six consecutive matches with Alexandrova, no more than nine games were played in the first set.

Current form

Mertens can clearly take the opening part of the season to his credit. The Belgian tennis player managed to play in the Hobart finals and won the title in Singapore. She has been lucky in Doha so far, she has not beaten any serious rivals on the way to the third round. At the start, Eliza was eliminated by Towson, and in the second round she easily defeated Buksa (6-2, 6-3).

Professional qualities

The Belgian tennis player is more inclined to attacking tennis, although she can practice quite reliably and calmly on the back line. Let's note that she has good playing skills at the net. At the same time, the feed is not particularly stable.

Current indicators in the tour

Since the beginning of the year, Mertens has played 14 matches in the tour, in which she scored 12 victories, and now she is clearly in good playing condition. In the world ranking, the representative of Belgium is ranked 32nd.

Interesting facts for betting

• In the last four matches, Mertens has not exchanged sets with her rivals.
• No more than nine games were played in the first set in the previous four matches with Mertens.