It has all come down to the final two at the WTA Finals. After action-packed madness, that lasted for around a week, it is Coco Gauff who will be looking to take on Qinwen Zheng for a whopping $4 million prize money and the lavish trophy in Riyadh. But, with the stage set for a thriller, who among the two has an upper hand advantage?

Coco Gauff vs Qinwen Zheng: Preview

Coco Gauff has capped off her 2024 season with an impressive showing at the WTA Finals, securing victories over both top-ranked players of the season, Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka. This remarkable run ensured that neither Swiatek nor Sabalenka would continue in the title race, adding a significant achievement to Gauff’s season. Despite some challenges earlier in the year, Gauff has ended strongly, having a 12-2 record since the start of the Asian Swing.

Under the guidance of her new coach, Matt Daly, her baseline game has become more dynamic, contributing to her success. One of Gauff’s recent losses came at the hands of Sabalenka in Wuhan, but she managed to avenge that loss on Friday, further showcasing her progress.

Qinwen Zheng also delivered an outstanding performance to end her season on a high note. After making the Australian Open final and winning a gold medal at the Paris Olympics, Zheng faced pressure to qualify for the WTA Finals. She responded with a strong Asian Swing, securing her place and carrying that momentum into the Finals.

Although she started with a loss to Sabalenka, Zheng has since been flawless, posting some of the best victories of her career. Both Gauff and Zheng’s performances in this final stretch reflect their growth and resilience, setting the stage for promising seasons ahead.

Gauff vs Zheng: Head-to-head

When it comes to the head-to-head stats between the two players, they have met each other only once at the Italian Masters this year where the American won the match in straight sets. The final scoreline of the match was 7-6, 6-1. This could be a golden opportunity for Qinwen Zheng to equal the head-to-head tie.

Prediction: Coco Gauff could win the match and lay her hands on the WTA Finals title

Coco Gauff and Qinwen Zheng have adapted impressively to the indoor courts in Riyadh. They have shown strength in their baseline games and powerful serving. Both players are comfortable taking time on their forehand swings, but they have proven just as capable on the faster surfaces indoors this week. Both use powerful first serves to counterbalance occasional double faults and maintain consistency. Gauff’s game has appeared slightly easier to execute, with the American capitalizing on opportunities to be offensive off the ground, giving her a slight edge heading into her next match.

This season, Zheng has tallied an impressive 45 wins out of 61 matches, marking it her strongest season yet. For Zheng, maintaining pressure will be key against Gauff’s aggressive play. Both players come into this matchup with momentum, but Gauff can seize chances better and that could really make a difference. As they face off, fans can expect a dynamic battle between two rising stars ready to finish the season strong. Who are you backing up? Please let us know in the comments below!