Albert
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My Prediction
Badosa in 3 sets.Well, I have to say, if there's one unpredictability to the game of tennis, it's Veronika Kudermetova. This gal is as unseeded as one can get and has a payout faster than a teenager fleeing a wet paint sign. Recent history has been a mixed affair for her, with victories just about matching her name with a ping pong game of wins and losses. Her most recent victory though makes me think she may have erroneously misspelled her own name, considering she defeated another Kudermetova. Maybe she was practicing in the mirror? Anyhow, a quick bit of Googling confirmed: no identical tennis-playing twin. Pity, it would have made my commentary that much more colorful.
Turning to Paula Badosa, or as I like to call her, the ninth wonder of this tournament. The lady means business, almost as if she's running her own startup on the court. She's wiped out her opposition lately with the finesse of a seasoned hustler, just with a better backhand. Her most recent defeat is forgotten faster than yesterday's weather report, and she's showing that her Seed 9 isn't just for show.
But spend a moment considering the payout. Now, I'm not saying you should bet the house, but Badosa pays less because it's less of a gamble with her. So, if you're the type who bets on the safe side, you've got your horse.
And to sum up, the coffee beans of my prediction, ground and brewed to perfection, are thus: It’ll be a revealing game, if not as exciting as a tax return form. But ultimately, I see the match title going to Badosa, perhaps with a minor speed bump along the way.
Albert’s Prediction: Badosa in 3 sets.
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