Potapova vs. Tauson: WTA Cleveland Match Prediction

Current form

On the hard court segment, Potapova is clearly trying to get into shape and get herself in more or less optimal condition for the start of the US Open. Certain progress is noticeable. If in Washington and Toronto she hung up her racket after the opening matches, then in Cincinnati and Cleveland she overcame one round each, and last week in Cincinnati she even put up resistance to Paolini (6-7, 3-6). In Cleveland, Anastasia had a very easy start – she dealt with Parry with a score of 6-3, 6-2.

Professional qualities

Potapova has «shot» on the tour more than once, but due to her instability she cannot smoothly cover a more or less decent distance. It is noticeable that Anastasia always needs time not only to get into the necessary playing form, but also to gain confidence in her own strength. It looks like this is exactly the moment now, given her certain progress in recent starts.

Current indicators in the tour

Throughout the season, one can observe how Potapova has had a long decline after some successful tournaments. Since the beginning of the year, the Russian has played 19 matches on open hard courts, winning 10 of them. She has reached the quarterfinals in three tournaments, including the 1,000-dollar tournament in Indian Wells. Anastasia currently occupies a modest 43rd place in the world rankings.

Interesting facts for betting

• In five consecutive matches involving Potapova, the second set has not seen more than nine games played.