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This matchup pits Nakashima’s control and defensive instincts against Shelton’s aggressive, high-risk offense. The key battleground will be the return game—if Nakashima can neutralize Shelton’s lefty slice serve and push rallies past the first four shots, he may expose gaps in Shelton’s shot selection.
However, Shelton has shown he can overpower Nakashima in past meetings, often raising his level in decisive sets. The lefty’s serve-forehand combination, combined with his quick-strike confidence, gives him the ability to flip momentum quickly—even if Nakashima starts strong.
Physically, both arrive fresh after straight-set wins, but Shelton’s Grand Slam runs prove he’s capable of sustaining intensity longer. The longer the match stretches, the more it favors the American No. 2.
Prediction: Ben Shelton in 3 sets (6–4, 4–6, 6–3) – Expect Nakashima to hang in early with defensive grit and clean ball striking, but Shelton’s firepower and late-match poise should prove too much down the stretch.
Kalinskaya brings high-octane baseline power, but she’ll be tested by Svitolina’s variety and defensive skillset. The Ukrainian is a master of absorbing pace and redirecting with precision—traits that often frustrate flat hitters like Kalinskaya.
On serve, Kalinskaya must maintain a high first-serve percentage to avoid Svitolina stepping in on second serves. Meanwhile, Svitolina’s directional placement and slices will disrupt Kalinskaya’s timing and court positioning.
Fitness and experience tip the scale late. Kalinskaya has played a lot of tennis recently and tends to drop intensity in set threes. Svitolina, by contrast, thrives in long matches and knows how to control tight scorelines.
Prediction: Elina Svitolina in 2 sets (6–4, 6–3) – Kalinskaya has the firepower to challenge, but Svitolina’s composure, rally tolerance, and tactical flexibility should carry her through in two tight sets.
Świątek’s service variety—particularly her kick and wide slice—will stretch Lys on return and limit her ability to control points. If Iga wins 70% or more of her first serves, she’ll keep Lys constantly defending.
From the baseline, Świątek’s groundstrokes have more weight and versatility. Lys’s attempt to mix pace will likely be neutralized by Iga’s foot speed and anticipation. Świątek’s ability to reset rallies, especially when dragged wide, gives her an edge in both defense and transition.
While Lys is playing confidently and hasn’t been pushed into three-set territory this week, Świątek’s experience, tactical depth, and championship-level conditioning make her the clear favorite in both long rallies and key pressure moments.
Prediction: Iga Świątek in 2 sets (6–2, 6–3) – Expect a professional and composed performance from the Polish star. Lys may find pockets of success with her variety, but the gap in class and consistency should show quickly and decisively.
This matchup pairs Bencic’s offensive baseline game against Muchová’s disruptive, all-court craft. The serve battle may tilt early momentum—Bencic’s flatter delivery combined with kick variation could pull Muchová off balance if her return positioning is too deep.
Muchová will look to extend rallies and lure Bencic into awkward timing zones with low slices and sudden pace changes. But in rhythm, Bencic’s weight of shot and footwork allow her to take time away and finish at net or with inside-out forehands.
Muchová’s stamina and match sharpness are improving, but Bencic’s recent form and confidence in clutch moments—especially in late-set pressure—give her the edge under the lights.
Prediction: Belinda Bencic in 3 sets – Expect a tactical battle with momentum swings. Muchová’s variety will win her a set, but Bencic’s power game and big-point poise should break through in the decider.
This matchup hinges on two critical factors: Cobolli’s physical state and Marozsan’s tactical sharpness. The Italian has heart, but he’s had trouble sustaining energy deep into tournaments, particularly on hard courts. After two physically demanding matches, there’s a real risk of another burnout.
Marozsan, on the other hand, arrives fresher after dispatching Auger-Aliassime in straight sets. His flatter forehand and point-shortening strategy will aim to prevent Cobolli from constructing long, grinding exchanges. The Hungarian also holds a subtle edge on return, often stepping in and applying early pressure during opponents’ second serves.
Both players serve in the mid-60s range, so break-point execution and early court positioning will be vital. If Marozsan imposes his tempo early, Cobolli may struggle to find rhythm—especially if his movement is compromised.
Prediction: Fabian Marozsan in 3 sets (6–4, 4–6, 6–3) – Expect Cobolli to fight hard and possibly steal a set with grit and craft, but over the long haul, Marozsan’s freshness and Masters-level savvy should prevail.
This matchup contrasts Pegula’s hard-hitting, relentless baseline pressure with Sevastova’s elegant point construction and tactical variety. But it may come down to physicality—Pegula is fresher, more confident, and better suited to the hard court rhythm.
If Pegula lands her first serve consistently (65%+), she will control most rallies and force Sevastova to defend deep behind the baseline. While Sevastova can mix things up to disrupt rhythm, she lacks a consistent kill shot to end points on her terms.
The American’s mental toughness and superior conditioning—especially after Sevastova’s extended early rounds—make her a heavy favorite to break through any resistance over time.
Prediction: Jessica Pegula in 2 sets (6–3, 6–2) – Expect some early resistance from the Latvian, but Pegula’s form, shot tolerance, and ability to seize big points should carry her through comfortably.
This is a classic case of power vs. variety. Keys has the serve, the strike zone, and the elite rhythm on hard courts that can simply overpower most opposition. If she lands 65% or more of her first serves, she should dominate the early stages of points.
McNally’s strengths—slices, drop shots, court craft—can create problems for rhythm-dependent players. But Keys thrives when she controls tempo and is rarely disrupted by finesse play, especially on quicker North American hard courts.
While McNally’s form is red-hot, the three-hour opener and back-to-back tournament wins could catch up with her physically. Keys, by contrast, is rested and experienced—particularly at managing pressure moments and tight scorelines.
Prediction: Madison Keys in 2 tight sets (6–4, 6–3) – McNally’s variety might earn her a few flashy points, but Keys’s sheer firepower, serve consistency, and big-match calm should carry her through. Expect a professional performance from the Slam champ.
Tauson’s compact, aggressive baseline game and heavy serve present a clear problem for players who rely on timing and rhythm. She thrives when allowed to dictate, and against lower-ranked opponents who can’t neutralize her pace, she’s been close to automatic.
Starodubtseva enters with momentum after a career-best performance against Frech, but the quick turnaround from a physically exhausting first-round marathon might catch up to her. Her high-risk game can work in short bursts, but maintaining that level over multiple matches has been the challenge.
This match pits a player peaking in form and confidence (Tauson) against a qualifier-style fighter catching form in a good week. Unless the Dane gets pulled into prolonged defense or mentally fades, she should handle this assignment efficiently.
Prediction: Clara Tauson in 2 sets – Expect at least one tight set, but Tauson’s firepower, experience, and mental consistency make her the favorite to pull through cleanly. Starodubtseva may compete well, but the edge in weapons and recovery lies with the Dane.
This matchup promises intensity and risk-heavy tennis from both ends. Osaka has shown clear signs of mental and tactical progress in her comeback, especially after her gutsy win over Samsonova. She’s embracing the grind, and the slower Montreal conditions give her room to counterpunch and protect her service rhythm.
Ostapenko is the ultimate wildcard—when she’s in the zone, she can blast anyone off the court. But when the errors creep in, it can snowball fast. Osaka’s cleaner baseline game and superior serve consistency could be the stabilizing forces that tilt this in her favor.
History backs Osaka, and unless she dips significantly or Ostapenko redlines for extended periods, the edge leans toward the Japanese star.
Prediction: Naomi Osaka in 2 tight sets – Her trajectory is trending upward, her head-to-head record gives her confidence, and the match conditions suit her patient yet powerful game style. Expect some fireworks, but Osaka’s composure should carry her through.
Rublev leads their head-to-head 3–2, including a victory in their only hard-court meeting at the 2020 Vienna final. He also took their most recent clash in Metz.
But 2025 Rublev is not the same confident force. He’s shown vulnerability in tight spots and sometimes appears mentally absent mid-match. The routine win over Gaston won’t silence the critics just yet.
Sonego brings his usual high-spirited underdog energy and tends to loosen up in these kinds of matches. While he’s not been able to put back-to-back wins together this year, his power game can click when least expected. The slightly slower Toronto surface may give him a bit more time to work the points and defend.
Prediction: Andrey Rublev in 3 sets – Sonego has enough weapons to make this tricky, especially if Rublev’s level drops at any point. But the Russian still carries the heavier artillery and more consistent baseline depth. Expect flashes from the Italian, but Rublev should hold firm—eventually.
Davidovich Fokina leads the head-to-head 3–1 and has taken both 2025 meetings, including an epic comeback in Melbourne. But surface and context are everything: this isn’t a Slam or a long grass duel—it’s fast hard courts, where Mensik thrives.
The Spaniard’s shotmaking is electric, but after an emotionally draining U.S. run and a gutting loss in D.C., the question is whether he has anything left in the tank. His frustrations over scheduling don’t bode well either.
Mensik, in contrast, is brimming with confidence and freshness. His top-20 win rate is no fluke—he’s dangerous when the stakes are high, and this is precisely his playground. If he keeps his cool and turns this into a physical grind, he could very well flip the script.
Prediction: Jakub Mensik in 3 sets – The Czech has already proven he belongs among the elite. With a clear surface edge and a mentally vulnerable opponent, this might be the day he finally gets over the Davidovich hurdle. Look for a slow-burn battle that breaks open late.
