2020 WTA Dubai Open Second-Round Tips
Wednesday, February 19 2020
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The second-round of the 2020 WTA Dubai Open is here, and we have some incredibly entertaining matches on the bill. Who will make it to the quarterfinals in Dubai?
Kristina Mladenovic vs. Karolina Pliskova:
Kristina Mladenovic had to qualify for this tournament as recently her Singles tennis has not been anywhere near where it used to be. Now Mladenovic meets No.2 seed, Karolina Pliskova, in what should be a very straightforward match. Pliskova will come out and dominate every aspect of this game, not allowing Mladenovic to even get a chance to win.
Pick: Karolina Pliskova
Simona Halep vs. Ons Jabeur:
Simona Halep, the No.1 seed, seeks to win here in Dubai as she aims to have an even better 2020. Halep, the Wimbledon Champion, is such a tough player for anyone on tour, as she always gives it her all and leaves it all out on the court. Ons Jabeur has been in great shape as of recent, however, she does not have the game to trouble a motivated Halep.
Pick: Simona Halep
Elise Mertens vs. Aryna Sabalenka:
This will be a very fun match, as doubles partners and great friends, Elise Mertens and Aryna Sabalenka, meet in the second-round. The H2H between these two stands tied at 2-2. They both know their games incredibly well and it is a tough one to call, but when it comes to it, I believe that Aryna will come out on top because she showed more strength in her first-round victory.
Pick: Aryna Sabalenka