Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif Prediction 7/24/2026 Today’s Tennis Picks

Paula Badosa faces Mayar Sherif in the quarterfinals of the Hamburg Open on Friday, July 24th. The two players faced off in the Iasi Open final last weekend in a match where Badosa had to retire. Will the Spaniard avenge that defeat against Sherif, who is on a 12-match winning streak? Here’s our Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif prediction. This preview will include a Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif pick.

Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif Preview

Paula Badosa beat Panna Udvardy for the second time in as many weeks. The Spaniard saw off the Hungarian in straight sets to reach the last eight. The match took 17 games to decide. Badosa prevailed 6-4, 6-1 in an hour and 15 minutes.

In the victory, Badosa hit 3 aces and 6 double faults. She landed 53% of first serves in play and won 73% of first serve points (19/26). Badosa won 48% of second serve points (11/23) and was broken three times. That said, Badosa converted 5 out of 11 break points on the return.

Before this round, Badosa had beaten Katarzyna Kawa 7-5, 6-4. Badosa has now won 11 of her last 12 matches. The only defeat was to Sherif in the Iasi final, where she was forced to retire while down a set and a break.

Mayar Sherif extended her win streak to 12 matches. She beat Elsa Jacquemot in straight sets. The match took 17 games to decide. Sherif prevailed 6-2, 6-3 in an hour and 34 minutes of play to reach the Hamburg Open quarterfinals for the second time.

In the victory, Sherif did not account for any aces. She landed 67% of first serves in play and won 62% of first serve points (21/34). Sherif won 71% of second serve points (12/17) and saved one of three break points on her serve. Before this round, Sherif beat Simona Waltert in three sets.

Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif Head-To-Head

Last weekend’s final in Iasi was the third career meeting between Sherif and Badosa. The Egyptian has now taken control of the head-to-head 2-1.

Paula Badosa vs Mayar Sherif Prediction

Badosa will get an immediate shot at revenge after retiring in Iasi. But this matchup should still favor Badosa when healthy. The Spaniard’s flatter ball and ability to take time away from Sherif prevent the Egyptian from taking control with her heavy topspin patterns. There are no lingering physical issues from what I’ve seen this week, so I’ll back Badosa to edge this.

Nur Said's Pick: Badosa in three sets