Two players outside the WTA top 10 are going to face each other in the Quarter finals of the Paris Olympics tournament. Ukrainian player Marta Kostyuk will face Donna Vekic in this round for a chance in the semi final of the tournament.
In the last round, Marta Kostyuk defeated Maria Sakkari while Donna Vekic defeated Coco Gauff.
Marta Kostyuk
Marta Kostyuk stole the spotlight in the last round when she faced Maria Sakkari. It was a game she was most certainly regarded as the underdog, but she produced a brilliant display and won in the end. Marta Kostyuk heads into the quarter final round where she will face Donna Vekic.
Marta Kostyuk defeated Maria Sakkari over 3 sets in the round of 16. The score of the match was 6-4,6-7,4-6 and according to stats, Marta Kostyuk had the following stats in that match: 0 aces, 13 double faults, 78/97 first serve, 16 service games played, 6 service games won, 2/12 break points saved, 58/108 first serve return points and 10 break points converted.
Donna Vekić
Donna Vekic deserves every bit of praise for her performances in the Paris Olympics so far. She’s among a few players to win all rounds without losing a set and she comes into the quarter final stage where she is to face Marta Kostyuk. Donna Vekic was not given a shot in the last round against Coco Gauff, but in the end, she was able to silence her doubters.
Donna defeated Coco Gauff in straight sets in the round of 16, and the score of the match was 7-6,6-2. In the end, Donna’s stats were recorded as follows: 5 aces, 3 double faults, 42/78 first serve, 10 service games played, 8 service games won, 7/9 break points saved, 19/42 first serve return points and 4 break points converted.
Expert Betting Tips
Vekic has just come off a tournament win, with consistent displays throughout. Kostyuk has been improving but still shows inconsistent signs. Vekic's experience in such high-pressure situations could be vital here. Although Kostyuk has been noted for her mental toughness, the experience of Vekic might help her keep calm.
- Donna Vekic to Win at 1.727 Odds
- Donna Vekic to Win 2-1 at 4.40 Odds
- Total 3 Sets at 2.20 Odds
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