Collins in straight sets.
Ah, a battle of not-so-titans on the Wimbledon grass. Danielle Collins, number 11 seed and Beatriz Haddad Maia, sitting a touch lower at seed 20. Not exactly a center court spectacle but hey, every match can't be Federer vs Nadal.
On paper, Collins is the clear favorite. She's been in fine form, steamrolling past lesser opponents with an air of invulnerability. But, as we know, paper may be good for writing or wrapping fish and chips, but it doesn't hold much weight on the tennis court. However, it does tell us that she's the better bet. She had some wicked runs, and her game is like a fresh Pimm's Cup on a summer day - refreshing, with a touch of bitter!
Haddad Maia, on the other hand, well let's just say her record is a mixed bag of M&Ms - with a few of the nasty bitter ones thrown in. Yes, she blanked her last opponent to love, but success isn’t exactly consistent in her resume. She’ll need to channel her inner Serena Williams to stand a chance against Collins.
Alright, let’s serve this prediction while it’s hot! It’s going to be a quick one. Collins oozes excellent form, while Haddad Maia would perhaps need a prayer circle, some incantations, and a few lucky four-leaf clovers. Now, don’t hold me to an exact forecast, folks, tennis is a fickle sport and this isn't an exact science. But Collins should make light work of this match if her form stays true.
Albert's Prediction: Collins in straight sets.