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Australian Open 2024: Aryna Sabalenka y Barbora Krejcikova Quarterfinals Prediction, Analysis and Betting Odds

By Ryan Corner

The forthcoming quarterfinals of the Australian Open 2024, promises an impressive face-off between the Czech Republic’s Barbora Krejcikova and Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka. This much-anticipated clash is set to take place on Tuesday, 23rd January 2024.

Match Overview

The match, due to happen on Tuesday 23rd January 2024. The encounter will be held at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia. The players will be hitting it out on an outdoor hard court.

For those interested in catching the action live, the match will be televised on Eurosport with live streaming available for Eurosport subscribers.

Historic Face-offs

Krejcikova and Sabalenka have previously locked horns six times, with Sabalenka leading the head-to-head 5-1. Their most recent clash was at the 2023 Stuttgart Open where Sabalenka triumphed.

Barbora Krejcikova’s Journey

Krejcikova, a seasoned doubles star, began her journey in the Australian Open with a 2:1 victory over Mai Hontama. She then went on to defeat Tamara Korpatsch in straight sets. Despite dropping three sets during the tournament, she showed resilience, coming back from a set down to win three out of her four matches.

The Czech player’s tactical play and adaptability, particularly in her fourth-round match against Mirra Andreeva, suggest a growing confidence that could potentially turn the tables in the upcoming quarterfinals match.

Aryna Sabalenka’s Performance

Sabalenka, the world No. 2, is on a winning streak and is the defending champion of the Australian Open. She has displayed an impressive performance, not dropping a single set, and showcasing dominance over her opponents.

During her journey in the tournament, Sabalenka has notched up victories against Ella Seidel, Brenda Fruhvirtova, Lesia Tsurenko, and Amanda Anisimova, all in straight sets.

With Sabalenka’s current form and Grand Slam pedigree, she is the favorite in the upcoming face-off. However, Krejcikova’s recent form and tactical gameplay could potentially create a challenging match for Sabalenka.

Match Predictions

Given the current form and track record of both players, the predictions for the match outcome vary. However, the general consensus leans towards a victory for Sabalenka.

A low-risk prediction suggests a win for Sabalenka. A medium-risk prediction anticipates Sabalenka winning in straight sets (2:0). A high-risk prediction suggests the match will have under 18.5 games in total.

Betting Odds

The betting odds in favor of Sabalenka stand at -714, and for Krejcikova at +450. The odds for Sabalenka to win the first set stand at -455, while for Krejcikova, they are at +333.

Conclusion

The Krejcikova vs Sabalenka quarterfinals match at the Australian Open 2024 is an anticipated face-off, promising an exciting and powerful performance from both players. With Sabalenka’s consistent performance and Grand Slam experience, she enters as the favorite. However, Krejcikova’s breakthrough performance and recent form could potentially throw a curveball in the upcoming match.

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