Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville Preview & Prediction | 2024 Hobart International | Semi-Final
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 250
When is Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville on and what time does it start? Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville will take place on Friday 12th January, 2024 – not before 03:15 (UK)
Where is Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville taking place? Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville will take place at the Hobart International Tennis Centre in Hobart, Australia
What surface is Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville being played on? Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville
What channel is Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville on in the UK? Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville will be televised live on the Amazon Prime app on Smart TVs
Where can I stream Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville in the UK? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream Elise Mertens vs Daria Saville live on Prime Video
THE PREDICTION
This should be an entertaining clash between top seed Elise Mertens and a seemingly resurgent Daria Saville, who has won three matches on the spin for the first time since July to look ready to climb back up the rankings. The former number 20 is currently ranked at 195th after a long injury absence that’s he struggled to return from last season but comeback wins over Anna Blinkova, Lin Zhu and a straight-sets upset of former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin this week puts her working level firmly towards the top 40. World number 29 Mertens looks the favourite on experience, though, as a hugely reliable player at this level. The former number 12 is yet to drop a set this week, in similar fashion to her recent title-winning campaign at the Jasmin Open back in October, and she beat Saville comfortably the week before that to take a 4-2 lead in their had-to-head. Back the Belgian to win at least a set, as she has done in each of their last five matches, as the likelier of two capable finalists.
TIP: ELISE MERTENS TO WIN A SET
