It’s time for ATP quarter-final action at the Winston-Salem Open, with Lorenzo Sonego set to take on Pavel Kotov. In another quarter-final in the WTA Cleveland tournament, Anastasia Potapova will face Ana Bogdan.
As ever we have analysed these matches thoroughly to provide you with our best predictions and betting tips for this Thursday.
Best Tennis Tips and Predictions Today
Based on the latest tennis odds, these are our recommended wagers:
Sonego to Beat Kotov 2-1 @ 31/10
Kotov has established a 2-0 head-to-head advantage over Sonego, with the Italian yet to win a set against the Russian in the rivalry.
In his two previous matches, Kotov has showcased his superior hard-court record. After a tough three-set win over Muller, the Russian ace came from behind to dispatch Svajda 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the RO16.
Sonego beat Stricker in his previous match, winning in straight sets, 6-4, 6-1. Kotov will be a different kettle of fish, though. The higher ranked Italian had a slice of luck when an in-form Shang conceded a walkover in the Round of 16.
However, against Kotov, Sonego will benefit from the fact that he has spent less time on court and is better rested.
Potapova to Beat Bogdan 2-1 @ 63/20
To qualify for the WTA Cleveland quarter-finals, Russia’s Anastasia Potapova beat Clara Tauson in straight sets, 6-2, 6-2. Meanwhile, Romanian star Ana Bogdan qualified by prevailing over Greetje Minnen, also in a straight set encounter, 7-6 (3), 6-3.
Potapova and Bogdan have never played each other. At No. 43 in the world, Potapova is 60 places ahead of Bogdan in the WTA rankings. She has had a positive record of 22-18 this year.
Bogdan by contrast is 15-17 in terms of wins and losses in 2024. While Potapova plays well on hard courts, Bogdan is at her best on clay.
At age 23, Potapova is also faster on her feet than the 31-year-old Bogdan. While Bogdan has yet to win a WTA event, Potapova is aiming for a fourth title. In saying that, regardless of her superior game, it won’t be a stroll in the park for Potapova.
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