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February 22 2023, 14:15 · Adam Evans

Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang – Round of 16 – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Merida Open

Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang – Round of 16 – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Merida Open

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THE FACTS

When is Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang on and what time does it start? Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang will take place on Wednesday 22nd February, 2023 – not before 21:00 (UK)

Where is Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang taking place? Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang will take place at the Yucatan Country Club in Merida, Mexico

What surface is Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang being played on? Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang will take place on an outdoor hard court

Where can I get tickets for Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang

What channel is Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang on in the UK? Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang will be televised live on the Amazon Prime app on Smart TVs

Where can I stream Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang in the UK? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream Kimberly Birrell vs Xiyu Wang live on Prime Video

THE PREDICTION

World number 62 Xiyu Wang overcame Alison Riske-Amritraj in three sets on Tuesday for an excellent start to her Merida Open campaign and the 21-year-old could be one to watch at this wide-open tournament. Whilst Tuesday was the Chinese youngster’s first win of the season she ended last year in fine form, beating the likes of Donna Vekic, Victoria Azarenka and Maria Sakkari on hardcourts as well as Barbora Krejcikova on clay. 24-year-old Kimberly Birrell will set a new career-high WTA world ranking of around 125th after qualifying well to beat Anna Bondar in straight sets in the first round. A first meeting at tour-level between the two certainly favours Xiyu, especially after her battling win over the eighth seed, but three sets seem likelier than two here. Back Xiyu Wang to win outright.