Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens Preview & Prediction | 2024 Porsche Tennis Grand Prix | Round of 16
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 500
When is Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens on and what time does it start? Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens will take place on Thursday 18th April, 2024 – not before 16:00 (UK)
Where is Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens taking place? Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens will take place at the Porsche-Arena in Stuttgart, Germany
What surface is Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens being played on? Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens will take place on an indoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens
What channel is Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens on in the UK? Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
World number one Iga Swiatek is the two-time defending champion here in Stuttgart after beating number two Aryna Sabalenka in each of the past two finals. The 22-year-old has been the clear, dominant force on clay since her thumping run to a maiden Grand Slam title at Roland-Garros in 2020 and an injury in the quarter-finals a year later seems to be the only thing that has stopped her from lifting four in a row in Paris. World number 30 Elise Mertens is an uber-professional, all-court threat who so often upsets top players’ streaks with her combative brand of tennis but this should be too steep of a challenge. It is a surprise to find the pair have yet to meet on tour but a three-set victory over Tatjana Maria on Tuesday suggests the Belgian currently does not have the form to challenge Swiatek in these conditions. Back the Pole to win in straight sets.
TIP: IGA SWIATEK TO WIN 2-0
