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March 7 2024, 13:10 · Adam Evans

Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel Preview & Prediction | 2024 Indian Wells Open | First Round

Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel Preview & Prediction | 2024 Indian Wells Open | First Round

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THE FACTS

What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000

When is Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel on and what time does it start? Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel will take place on Thursday 7th March, 2024 – not before 19:00 (UK)

Where is Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel taking place? Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel will take place at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California, USA

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

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

What channel is Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel on in the UK? Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK

Where can I stream Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Xiyu Wang vs Clara Burel live on Sky Go

THE PREDICTION

22-year-old Clara Burel set a new career-high WTA world ranking of 44th after a strong start to 2024, reaching the third round of the Australian Open before the quarter-finals at the Linz 500, but her last win on tour came over a month ago. The Frenchwoman has the potential to break inside the top 40 this season but this looks a tough task against in-form Xiyu Wang, who beat Danielle Collins and Anhelina Kalinina last week in Austin before just missing out on the title. Wang, also 22, will break back inside the top 50 with victory here but her run to the Guangzhou Open title last September is proof that she is capable of more. Both youngsters have enjoyed string starts to the season but Wang’s recent efforts in similar conditions in Austin make her the slight favourite here, back the Chinese to win at least a set as the likelier of two capable victors.

TIP: XIYU WANG TO WIN A SET