Mirra Andreeva vs Xiyu Wang Prediction & Betting Tips - Wuhan Tennis Open, China

Prediction published on 06/10/2024, 04:02  by Daniel Ngulu | Modified on 06/10/2024 at 04:09 in Tennis Predictions

Mirra Andreeva makes her Wuhan debut as the 16th seed and will play the wildcard Wang Xiyu in the first round. The two face off on Monday and here’s our preview and a prediction of the match.

Mirra Andreeva arrives for the tournament after a strong performance in Beijing. The Russian recorded a third successive quarter-final result at a WTA 1000 event this year at the China Open.

As she has been one of the exciting players this season, qualifying for week two in Wuhan will be top of her list. Andreeva, who defeated Xiyu at Wimbledon last year, has compiled a 29-14 record.

This form has resulted in a maiden tour title as well as a WTA top 20 ranking. She also recorded a semi-final finish at the French Open, and is currently placed 19th in the live ranking.

Wang Xiyu is also making her Wuhan debut. After a tough run of form, she will hope playing at home inspires her to a sustained run. Wang has compiled a 23-25 record and has won just once in her last five fixtures.

Currently, on a two-match skid, Wang lost in three sets in the first round in Beijing last time out. The Chinese number five will most likely drop out of the WTA top 100 if she experiences another early exit this week.

She is currently placed 99th in the live ranking. Despite her inconsistency, the 23-year-old has recorded a runner-up finish in Austin and a semi-final finish in Auckland. The winner here will next play Dayana Yastremska or an opponent from the qualifying rounds.