Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria Preview & Prediction | 2024 Copa Colsanitas | Round of 16
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 250
When is Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria on and what time does it start? Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria will take place on Thursday 4th April, 2023 – not before 19:15 (UK)
Where is Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria taking place? Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria will take place at the Country Club de Bogota in Bogota, Columbia
What surface is Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria being played on? Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria
What channel is Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria on in the UK? Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Julia Riera vs Tatjana Maria live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
36-year-old Tatjana Maria is the two-time defending champion here in Bogota after ousting Peyton Stearns in three sets this time last season. The German veteran has enjoyed an excellent period of renaissance form in recent years, notably reaching the semi-finals at Wimbledon in 2021, but things appear to be slowing down a little as she has failed to win back-to-back matches since last September. A straight-sets victory over Anna Bondar was a solid start to her defence on Tuesday but this should be a tougher test against Argentina’s Julia Riera, who conceded just three games to home hopeful Emiliana Arango. The 21-year-old stunned Ekaterina Alexandrova at the Brisbane 500 back in January, taking Linda Noskova to three sets before defeat in the last 16, and she has enjoyed plenty of wins on clay on the ITF circuit in recent months.
Neutrals are likely to sway towards the youngster’s side as the South American here but it is wise not to underestimate Maria’s affinity with the conditions. Back the German to earn at least a set as the likelier of two very capable victors.
TIP: TATJANA MARIA TO WIN A SET
