Ostapenko in straight sets.
Slice into this juicy Wimbledon quarterfinal and you've got a real treat. Jelena Ostapenko, our 13th seed, is going toe-to-toe with Barbora Krejcikova, trailing behind at the 31st seed. Now, don't mistake her for a lightweight. Krejcikova’s recent performances are impressive. Four spectacular victories in her last five matches, with only one blemish. However, the blemish was a rather unenviable defeat to Fernandez, which truth be told, leaves a smudge on her otherwise spotless record.
On the other side of the court, we have Ostapenko, the fiery Latvian, who has been a picture of consistency with four wins in her last five outings. Granted, she may have lost to Boulter, and that might be a point of concern, but let’s not ignore her dual victories against Krejcikova herself earlier in the year. It's almost like she has a special packet of peanuts saved for Krejcikova, sweet, salty and a hint of ruthlessness.
All things considered, having reviewed their recent encounter rundown and performance patterns, a wittier punter might notice a pattern here. If the past is anything to go by, chances are Ostapenko might just reaffirm that she is indeed Krejcikova's kryptonite. Bear in mind, folks, in this sport, love isn't just a score, it's a battlefield.
Albert’s Prediction: Ostapenko in straight sets.