Diana Shnaider vs Mia Pohankova Preview & Prediction | 2026 Pan Pacific Open | Semi-Final

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Diana Shnaider faces Mia Pohankova in the semi-finals at the 2026 Pan Pacific Open at Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo, Japan.

Ranking points: WTA 500

Start date/time: 31 October 2026 at 4:10 am

Venue: Ariake Coliseum, Tokyo, Japan

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

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Diana Shnaider vs Mia Pohankova prediction

Mia Pohankova’s stunning run in Tokyo continued as the teenager booked a spot in her maiden WTA semi-final.

The Slovakian wildcard despatched qualifier Alycia Parks 7-6 6-3 to guarantee herself a new career-high and move within a victory of breaking into the top 100.

Next up, the 18-year-old, who currently sits at 144 in the rankings, will meet third seed Diana Shnaider after the Russian hit back to beat Alexandra Eala 2-6 7-6 6-4.

This will be their first encounter and the rankings gulf cannot be overlooked.

Mia is clearly a teenage talent on the rise, but Diana has been so consistent of late that it feels like such a significant last hurdle towards the final of a high-profile tournament may see the young underdog finally blink. 

That said, Pohankova has proved she is capable of causing the favourites problems all week long and may conjure up a bit of a scare along the way, if you want to take a punt on more worthwhile odds.

Diana Shnaider vs Mia Pohankova tip: Diana Shnaider to win 2-0