WTA Stuttgart semi -finals such as Sabalenka against Paolini

The semi-finals day at WTA Stuttgart Open offers two exciting matchups between in-form competitors on the inner clay. As always, we will offer our predictions for both semi -finals here at LWOT about being an entertaining tennis day – as well as the final in rouen – but who will secure a place in the final?

WTA Stuttgart predict semi -finals

Ekaterina Alexandrova against Jelena Ostapenko

Head on the head: Alexandrova 5-5 Ostapenko

Ekaterina Alexandrova was strong in Stuttgart this week and kept impressive victories against Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva to reach the semi -finals. Her aggressive base game and flat earth strikes have translated well to the faster inner clay sites and she built a solid 6-1 record this season. Trust is clearly high, and their ability to control the points at an early stage could prove to be the key in this matchup.

However, Jelena Ostapenko drives even greater after the IGA Swiatek No. 2 of the World No. 2, a result that underlines its comfort and trust in clay. While the head on the head between Ostapenko and Alexandrova is only 5: 5, the Latvia has won its last three meetings, which indicates that it has found a formula that works. A former French open champion, Ostapenkos explosive game and proven login information from Clay Court, gives it the easy advantage in this semi-finals. Expect a lot of speed and shot from both ends, but Ostapenko’s recent dominance in this rivalry could tend to do things in their favor.

Prediction: Ostapenko in 2

Aryna Sabalenka against Jasmine Paolini

Head to head: Sabalenka 4-2 Paolini

Aryna Sabalenka enters the semi -finals in Stuttgart as a clear favorite after she has enforced her games with branded aggression and precision. The indoor tone fits its explosive game and it has to drop a set this week. While Paolini’s speed, variety and improved consistency give her tools to counteract Sabalenka’s strength, it has to take up a lot of pressure from the baseline in order to remain competitive. The experience and firepower of the Belaries give it the clear advantage. Expect a spirited exertion of Paolini, but Sabalenka’s shape and self -confidence should lead to the final.

Predict: Sabalenka in 2

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