Putintseva in straight sets.
Here we have a fascinating matchup that could indeed become the storyline of the tournament. We have Amanda Anisimova, an unseeded rising star, carrying some significant momentum with victories against notable players such as Sabalenka and Kalinskaya. Our girl Amanda has had some tough losses recently as well, getting beaten by Pegula and Zheng, but hey, no one said this sport was easy, right?
Now, onto the iron lady, Yulia Putintseva, who enters this showdown with a favorable seed placement, being ranked 6th. It seems Yulia has had some distractions off-court, losing recently in straight sets to Paolini and Badosa. However, she doesn't let it weigh too much, and has had her taste of victory as well, beating Wang Xin and Nosková without dropping a set. You've got to love the grit, that's what tennis is all about.
Now you may be wondering how I'd call it. Well, don't blink, because in my half-baked wisdom, I'd say this looks like a straight-sets win. But for whom you ask? The advantage of experience and overall tournament performance leans towards Yulia. So, let's prepare to catch Yulia Putintseva sending some love to Amanda Anisimova.
Albert’s Prediction: Putintseva in straight sets.