Miami Open 2024: Donna Vekić vs Karolína Plíšková; Preview, Head-To-Head, and Prediction

Is Indian Wells fever finally out of your mind? Well, do not leave your couch as Miami Open is all set to bring in the action once again. As the tournament draws are already out, Donna Vekić is set to be in a gripping showdown against Karolína Plíšková in the round of 128 of the tournament.

With a highly competitive history with 9 matches already played against each other, both the players are set to hold different sides of the court once again. But who among the two has a higher chance of advancing to the next round? Let’s find out!

Donna Vekić vs Karolína Plíšková: Preview

In recent months, Plíšková and Vekić have been equally matched in serving, with Plíšková winning 42% of second-serve points and Vekić at 41%. Vekić holds a slight advantage in returning, securing 56% of her opponent’s second serve points compared to Plíšková’s 53%. Plíšková demonstrates better survival stats under pressure, saving 68% of breakpoints compared to Vekić’s 54%.

Looking at their overall performance in the past year, Plíšková has won a slightly higher percentage of matches (54% to Vekić’s 51%). This suggests Plíšková might come into the match with a bit more confidence based on recent form.

Vekić vs Plíšková: Head-to-head

Looking at the head-to-head stats between Donna Vekić and Karolína Plíšková, both have come across each other frequently. In a total of 9 matches played between the two, the Czech WTA star leads the score with 7 massive victories to her side.

Their first showdown dates back to 2012 when Vekić gained a straight-set victory over Plíšková, with a final scoreline of 6-1, 6-2. Hopping on to their most recent match which was played in 2023, Plíšková scored her seventh victory in a three-setter match, with the scoreboard depicting a competitive 6-2, 6-7, 7-6 number. As both the players are set to face each other for the first time this season, it remains to be seen if Vekić gains another number or if Plíšková will extend her lead.

Prediction: Plíšková likely to hit a straight-set victory

In their upcoming match at the Miami Open, Karolína Plíšková has a high chance of gaining another victory in straight sets against Donna Vekić. Plíšková has dominated in past encounters, winning all four deciding sets against Vekić. Additionally, Plíšková holds an advantage in extreme pressure situations, having won two out of three tiebreaks played between them.

Considering their head-to-head statistics, Plíšková’s track record of converting breakpoint opportunities cannot be ignored, standing at 42.86%. Vekić, on the other hand, has struggled in deciding sets against all opponents on tour, winning only 47% of such matches in the last year. With these factors in mind, Plíšková’s consistent performance and past dominance over Vekić suggest she’s likely to clinch a victory to move ahead in the next round.

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