J&T Banka Ostrava Open 2020: Victoria Azarenka vs Aryna Sabalenka Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction for WTA Ostrava Final

J&T Banka Ostrava Open 2020: Victoria Azarenka vs Aryna Sabalenka Preview, Head-to-Head and Prediction for WTA Ostrava Final
Aryna Sabalenka, Victoria Azarenka

The J&T Banka Ostrava Open will feature Victoria Azarenka and Aryna Sabalenka in its hard-courts in the Czech Republic. Belarusian Azarenka is ranked 14 in the world. Sabalenka is also from Belarus stands firm at 12 in the charts.

Both these players are hit their shots with a lot of power. Since both have racked up a year of great results, their match will be highly competitive. The duo will now try to deploy their tactics to lay claim to the title. 

Match Details:

  • Fixture: Victoria Azarenka vs Aryna Sabalenka 
  • Date: 25th October 2020
  • Tournament: Ostrava Open
  • Round: Final
  • Venue: Ostrava, Czech Republic
  • Category: WTA Premiere 
  • Surface: Hard-Court
  • Prize Money: $528,500

Victoria Azarenka vs Aryna Sabalenka: Match Preview

Victoria Azarenka

Unseeded Azarenka has had a very successful year. She started off after the pandemic-induced lockdown. Initially, she was ousted in the first stages of Monterrey Open and Top Seed Open. After that, began her winning streak. Then, the 31-yr-old won the Cincinnati Masters. Later, she went on to reach the finals of the U.S Open. She defeated Serena Williams en route to her possible 3rd Grand Slam title lap. Azarenka defeated Maria Sakkari in the semi-finals 6-1, 6-3 to reach her third final of the year.

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Sabalenka has showed off her prowess in the singles and the doubles category this year. Firstly, she reached the semi-finals of the Adelaide International. Additionally, the 22-yr-old lifted the title at the Qatar Open, after making it to the quarter-finals of Dubai Championships. Moreover, she advanced to the semi-finals of Internationaux de Strasbourg. As the third seed, she defeated Jennifer Brady 6-4, 6-4 in the semi-finals. In addition, Aryna will also fight in the doubles final later today.

Victoria Azarenka vs Aryna Sabalenka: Head-to-Head

Aryna Sabalenka

This duo have clashed against each other twice in their careers. No one leads this head-to-head, as both have won once. Their last battle came about earlier this year at the U.S Open. Azarenka defeated Sabalenka 6-1, 6-3 in the round of 64.

Victoria Azarenka vs Aryna Sabalenka: Match Prediction

Victoria Azarenka

Both these players appear to have a shot at winning this title. In the same vein, the duo have had a ginormous year. The recent stats slightly favour Victoria Azarenka over Aryna Sabalenka. Most importantly, Azarenka appears to be in a clear and collected head-space. However, this win will not be easily handed over to her. Further, Sabalenka is one of the most aggressive players on tour. She is not one to just roll over if met with a tough opponent. Consequently, this will prove to be a thrilling final.

Match Prediction: Victoria Azarenka wins in 3 sets.

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