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Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens – Round of 16 – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Madrid Open

Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens – Round of 16 – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Madrid Open

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THE FACTS

When is Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens on and what time does it start? Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens will take place on Monday 1st May, 2023 – not before 10:00 (UK)

Where is Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens taking place? Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens will take place at Park Manzanares in Madrid, Spain

What surface is Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens being played on? Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens will take place on an outdoor clay court

Where can I get tickets for Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens

What channel is Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens on in the UK? Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens will be televised live on the Amazon Prime app on Smart TVs

Where can I stream Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens in the UK? Amazon Prime subscribers can stream Mayar Sherif vs Elise Mertens live on Prime Video

THE PREDICTION

World number 59 Mayar Sherif is enjoying the most prestigious run of her career so far after stunning fifth seed Caroline Garcia in straight sets to reach the round of 16 at the Madrid Open. The 26-year-old claimed a career-best ranking win over Maria Sakkari to win her maiden title in Parma late last season but this victory eclipses that in more ways than one, backing up two strong performances against Anhelina Kalinina and Camila Giorgi. Former world number 12 Elise Mertens looks like she is moving back towards her rock-steady status of previous years after a fairly shaky 2022, in singles at least. The 27-year-old overcame Jule Niemeier, fresh from stunning Petra Kvitova, in straight sets on Saturday to suggest she remains the favourite in this first meeting with Sherif but there are more questions than answers. Back the more dependable Mertens to earn at least a set to avoid having to side with either player.