Donna Vekic is set to face Anastasia Zakharova in the first round of the Queen’s Club Championships (HSBC Championships). This WTA 500 event takes place at the prestigious Queen’s Club in London, England, on outdoor grass courts.
Vekic Seeks Grass Court Success
Donna Vekic is aiming to bounce back after a second-round exit at Roland Garros, where she lost a tight three-set match to Bernarda Pera. Despite not consistently maintaining the form that propelled her to the fourth round of the Australian Open in January, Vekic has historically performed well on grass. Last season, she reached the semi-finals of Wimbledon for the first time and made a final in Bad Homburg leading up to it.
Zakharova's Qualifying Journey
Anastasia Zakharova, currently ranked 109th in the world, earned her spot in the main draw by successfully navigating both qualifying stages. Her path included a hard-fought victory against Carol Zhao, winning 6-3, 6-7, 7-6 in a closely contested match.
Prediction and Analysis
While Donna Vekic's form this season may not be at its peak, her proven comfort and success on grass courts make her the favorite in this matchup. She will be expected to advance, potentially in straight sets, given her experience and previous achievements on this surface.
- Donna Vekic vs Anastasia Zakharova Tip: Donna Vekic to win 2-0