Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan Preview & Prediction | 2024 Miami Open | First Round
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000
When is Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan on and what time does it start? Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan will take place on Tuesday 19th March, 2024 – not before 15:00 (UK)
Where is Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan taking place? Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
What surface is Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan being played on? Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan
What channel is Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan on in the UK? Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Anna Blinkova vs Yue Yuan live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
This will be a fascinating first clash between two players who have enjoyed excellent starts to 2024. 25-year-old Yue Yuan set a new career-high WTA world ranking of 37th after a remarkable nine-match winning streak saw her claim a maiden title at the Auston Open before a huge run to the quarter-finals at Indian Wells, where she stunned Qinwen Zheng and Daria Kasatkina before defeat to Coco Gauff. The Chinese is probably the favourite here on recent form but Anna Blinkova, also 25, has caused a handful of upsets this season with some blistering tennis, in patches, that would put her inside the top 20 with a little more consistency. The world number 44 upset Karolina Pliskova and Jessica Pegula at Indian Wells to back-up her amazing win over Elena Rybakina at the Australian Open in January but she has occasionally struggled to put away the players she should be beating – particularly after a big win. Back Yuan to earn at least a set as the more consistent of the two in recent weeks to leave the result up to chance.
TIP: YUE YUAN TO WIN A SET
