Shnaider in straight sets.
Let's dissect this fascinating matchup between Diana Shnaider and Carol Zhao. Now, Diana, who walks into the court with confidence exuding from her every pore being the 4th seed. She’s been having some fun lately, except for her little dance with Pegula.
As for Carol Zhao, the unseeded contender, she's certainly whipped out the big guns recently. Back, Park, Jang all got a taste of her power, and none of them could stomach it. Quite an impressive kill list if you ask me, even if she did have a minor stumble against Martić.
Bearing in mind that this sport is as unpredictable as my wife's shopping tendencies, my money is still on Shnaider. It's not that I don't give a chance to Zhao, she has the will, but the way is tough to get past Shnaider.
This one's more likely to be a one-sided affair, but hey, I've been wrong before...once.
Albert’s Prediction: Shnaider in straight sets.