Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens prediction and betting tips on April 18, 2024

Prediction on game Total over 17.5

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In the second round of the prestigious WTA 500 tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, a match between the world's top-ranked player, Iga Swiatek, and Belgium's representative, Elise Mertens, will take place on Thursday, April 18. The game is scheduled to start at 10:00 Central European Time.

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Iga Swiatek

The Polish tennis player has started this season quite well, already winning two prestigious tournaments in Doha and Indian Wells. However, her performance in Australia and at prestigious tournaments in Dubai and Miami wasn't as successful, but the results cannot be called failures. In any case, Swiatek comfortably leads the world rankings, unquestionably being the best female tennis player on the planet at the moment. Last week, Iga secured two victories for the Polish team against Swiss opponents in the Billie Jean King Cup.

Elise Mertens

At the age of 28, Mertens has achieved significant success in her career, evidenced by her highest ranking of 12th in the WTA rankings. However, she is primarily known as a top doubles player, as a couple of years ago, she topped the world rankings in doubles and has the experience of winning Grand Slam titles. This season, apart from reaching the final in Hobart, Mertens hasn't had notable results in singles. In the Stuttgart tournament, Mertens defeated German player Tatjana Maria in three sets.

Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history

• Swiatek has lost only three matches this year.
• Unlike her opponent, this is Mertens' second clay-court tournament of the year.
• The two players have never met before.

Iga Swiatek vs Elise Mertens Prediction

I believe Mertens will be able to challenge her renowned opponent, so I'll bet on the total being over 17.5 games.

Prediction on game Total over 17.5

Odds: 1.83

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