Predictions and matchups for the Round of 16 matches at the WTA San Diego Open, featuring top players like Jessica Pegula and Marta Kostyuk.

Exciting Round of 16 Matches at WTA San Diego Open

The Round of 16 matches are set to begin on the third day of the WTA San Diego Open. With four matches on the schedule, fans are eager to see who will come out on top. Among the players in action is last year’s Canadian Open champion, Jessica Pegula. As always, we at LWOT will provide our predictions for all the matches in San Diego. But before we get into that, let’s take a closer look at the matchups.

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First up, we have Marta Kostyuk facing off against Taylah Preston. This will be their first meeting, and Preston made quite the impression in the first round by defeating Magdalena Frech, who has had a strong season so far. Kostyuk, an Australian Open quarterfinalist, will need to be on top of her game to avoid an upset. While she struggled in her opening match against Ann Li, I believe Kostyuk will find her form and come out victorious. However, Preston shouldn’t be underestimated and has a chance to cause another upset.

Tatjana Maria vs Daria Saville: A Battle of Determination

Next, we have Tatjana Maria taking on Daria Saville. Maria had an unfortunate match against Leylah Fernandez, which was cut short due to Fernandez’s injury. Saville, on the other hand, defeated Zhu Lin to advance to this stage. Maria has been consistent in winning opening round matches this season but has struggled to win back-to-back matches. I predict that Saville’s confidence and ability to handle Maria’s variety on a hard court will give her the edge in this match.

Beatriz Haddad Maia vs Katie Boulter: Clash of Power and Experience

In the third match, Beatriz Haddad Maia will face Katie Boulter. This will be their first meeting, and Boulter showcased her improvement in the previous round against Lesia Tsurenko. Haddad Maia, the WTA Elite Trophy champion, could face a tough challenge here. However, she has the ability to handle Boulter’s powerful hitting and extend the rallies if needed. I believe Haddad Maia’s experience will prove to be too much for Boulter in this match.

Jessica Pegula vs Jule Niemeier: A Test of Adaptability

Lastly, we have Jessica Pegula taking on Jule Niemeier. This will be their first meeting, and Pegula enters this match after deciding to split with her long-time coach. It will be interesting to see how she reacts to this significant decision. Fortunately for Pegula, Niemeier’s victory over Varvara Gracheva was aided by the Frenchwoman’s mistakes. Pegula’s excellent hand-eye coordination should enable her to handle Niemeier’s baseline hitting comfortably. I expect Pegula to have a solid performance at the WTA San Diego Open.

In conclusion, the Round of 16 matches at the WTA San Diego Open promise to deliver exciting tennis. While there may be some potential upsets, I predict that Marta Kostyuk, Daria Saville, Beatriz Haddad Maia, and Jessica Pegula will emerge victorious and advance to the next round. Let’s sit back and enjoy the thrilling matches that await us.