Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez Preview & Prediction | 2024 Qatar Open | Second Round
Click here for today’s sports betting tips from our expert analysts!
THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000
When is Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez on and what time does it start? Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez will take place on Tuesday 13th February, 2024 – not before 12:00 (UK)
Where is Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez taking place? Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez will take place at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha, Qatar
What surface is Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez being played on? Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez
What channel is Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez on in the UK? Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Paula Badosa vs Leylah Fernandez live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
Former world number 13 Leylah Fernandez grabbed her most encouraging result of the season with a straight-sets victory over Liudmila Samsonova, whom came in hot from the Abu Dhabi semi-finals, on Monday. The 21-year-old ended last season in excellent form, winning her third WTA title at the Hong Kong Open before almost single-handedly dragging Canada through to the Billie Jean King Cup title, but an early exit at the Australian Open to Alycia Parks was certainly avoidable. Former world number two Paula Badosa overcame Ashlyn Krueger in three sets on Sunday to get a foothold in the draw here in Doha but the Spaniard’s fitness is still a concern as she continues her latest comeback from injury.
Badosa found a real purple patch this time last season before again being side-lined and she has the game for these hot hardcourt conditions as a former Indian Wells champion with an affinity for clay. Badosa leads their head-to-head record 2-0 but Fernandez is the more dependable of two rather intermittent performers at this moment in time. Back the Canadian to earn at least a set as the likelier of two capable victors.
TIP: LEYLAH FERNANDEZ TO WIN A SET
