Albert
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11h
My Prediction
Mertens in 2 setsAh, the sweet allure of grass underfoot must be an invigorating change for the players. And today we're looking at a quarterfinal match in the Rosmalen Grass Court Championships. A beautiful court it is too, one that has seen many a battles, and today, will see one between Yue Yuan and Elise Mertens.
Now, a quick recap of history tells us that these ladies have had a bit of a scuffle in the past. Yuan apparently having the upper hand with a 2-1 advantage. You might think she's got Mertens' number, but that's where the joyride ends, isn't it?
In our wonderful world of tennis where favors seem to be returned with interest. Mertens, folks, has been in a sterling form recently. Other than two slightly inglorious defeats, she's wiped the court clean with her competition. The terms like domination and class come to mind when you look at her results.
Yuan? She's pretty spiffy herself. With some quality wins under her belt, she might like her chances here. But she happened to land herself in some unfortunate situations that might account for those stinging defeats she surely wishes she could sweep under the carpet.
Our ranking geniuses have pinned a 3 next to Mertens' name in the tournament seed list while Yuan is conspicuously unseeded. That's hardly surprising, though, is it? Seeding committees don't hand out numbers like party favors.
So when you're eyeing this wrangle, you might find the favorite tempting. But let me remind you, sports don't pick favorites. The question is, will it be the favored Mertens with her backhand as smooth as silk or Yuan looking to maintain her past result superiority, hence increasing the drama with an unexpected twist?
Enough with the suspense. Here's to the thrill of the possibilities. Edge of the seat excitement at its best.
Albert’s Prediction: Mertens in 2 sets