Sabalenka in straight sets.
Let's shift our attention over to a spunky matchup between Aryna Sabalenka and Kamilla Rakhimova in the round of 16. Now, Sabalenka has been playing a symphony on the court, showing why she's been ranked Numero Uno for this tournament. The woman has been serving aces like she's running a Wimbledon bakery.
Now let's talk about young Rakhimova, who somehow manages to remain unseeded. Considering her recent performances, she doesn't seem fazed by it, bringing some spark to the court with consistent victories. A loss here and there keeps her interesting.
If we take a journey down memory lane, Sabalenka brought home the bacon when she played against Rakhimova just over a year ago. That might play a bit on Rakhimova’s mind, or she might see it as a challenge. Who knows? We're sport commentators, folks, not psychologists.
Considering all this hubbub, my money’s on the star player, Aryna Sabalenka. If you're thinking of placing some bets, she's not prone to wander in long games. In fact, her recent matches seem to be over before the coin toss stops spinning.
Albert’s Prediction: Sabalenka in straight sets.