Charleston Open 2024, Day 3: Women’s singles predictions ft. Caroline Wozniacki vs Anhelina Kalinina 

The second round of the women’s singles tournament will take place on Day 3 of the Charleston Open, as the players compete to secure a spot in the last 16.

Caroline Wozniacki, a former World No. 1, has begun her campaign in Charleston with a dominant performance and will continue to compete. She easily defeated Mccartney Kessler in her first match, losing only one game and overpowering the American with a final score of 6-0, 6-1 to advance to the next round.

Similarly, Paula Badosa was no match for reigning Miami Open champion Danielle Collins in their first round match. Collins dominated, winning 73% of her first serve points and easily defeating the Spaniard in straight sets (6-1, 6-4).

On Day 3 of the Charleston Open, two players seeded in the top 10, Ons Jabeur and Elina Svitolina, will be competing. With that in mind, let’s delve into the notable matches scheduled for Charleston.

#1. Simona Halep vs. Naomi Osaka

In the second round of the Charleston Open, Caroline Wozniacki will face off against Anhelina Kalinina, who is seeded 15th.

Despite Wozniacki’s easy victory over Mccartney Kessler in the first round, Kalinina was granted a first-round bye based on her ranking points. Additionally, the Ukrainian has a 1-0 advantage over Wozniacki in their head-to-head matches and was able to outsmart her in the second round of the Miami Open last month.

Despite their different paths, both players have begun their seasons impressively and are on the cusp of making a noteworthy impact on the tour. Wozniacki advanced to the quarterfinals at the WTA 1000 in Indian Wells, while Kalinina achieved a semifinal appearance at the ATX Open in Austin.

Based on their recent performances and track record on clay courts, spectators at the Charleston Open can anticipate a closely-fought match in the second round. Although Wozniacki struggled in her previous match against Kalinina in Miami, she has had a perfect start in the Charleston Open and is determined to make up for her loss in their last encounter.

Prediction: Wozniacki will win the match in two sets.

#2. Exciting Matchup Between Ons Jabeur and Danielle Collins

The second round of the Charleston Open will see second seed Ons Jabeur facing off against Danielle Collins.

Despite her high standards, Jabeur has struggled to find her form this season and has had a less than impressive start to the year. However, she remains determined to make a strong showing against Collins in Charleston and is eager to set the tone early on.

During the past few weeks on tour, Collins has been in top form. She surprised everyone with her impressive title-winning run at the Miami Open and has since carried that momentum into a dominant performance against Paula Badosa in Charleston.

Despite Jabeur’s impressive pedigree, the American has a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head battles and emerged victorious in their most recent encounter at the Miami Open two years ago. Although Jabeur has the potential to elevate her performance and make a strong showing in the second round, Collins’ recent form and dominant record against her opponent give her the upper hand. With her current momentum, the 30-year-old is likely to upset the defending champion and advance to the next round.

Prediction: I predict that Collins will win the match in three sets.

#3. Elina Svitolina vs Daria Saville: Clash of Titans at the Charleston Open

The second round of the Charleston Open will see Elina Svitolina, the seventh seed, taking on Daria Saville.

Despite Svitolina receiving a first-round bye, Saville battled through a tough three-set match against Tamara Korpatsch. The Australian’s impressive performance in Charleston includes qualifying for the main draw and advancing to the second round.

Despite their frequent meetings on the main tour, Svitolina and Saville are well-acquainted with each other. Out of their nine matchups, the Ukrainian has emerged as the dominant force with a 7-2 record. Furthermore, she has also emerged victorious in their last six meetings.

Despite Saville’s recent success in Charleston, Svitolina’s remarkable 66% win rate on clay positions her as the favored player to emerge victorious.

Choose: Svitolina to win in two sets.

#4. Serena Williams vs Naomi Osaka

In the second round of the Charleston Open, Twelfth seed Victoria Azarenka is set to face Elisabetta Cocciaretto.

Despite receiving a first-round bye, Azarenka watched as Cocciaretto kicked off her campaign with a stunning victory over Ana Bogdan. Despite dropping the first set, Cocciaretto toughed it out for two hours and 23 minutes, ultimately triumphing 2-6, 6-1, 7-6(6) over the Romanian. As of now, the head-to-head record between Azarenka and Cocciaretto remains tied at 0-0.

Cocciaretto, an Italian player, has primarily competed on the ITF circuit this year and has yet to find her footing on the main tour. She may struggle to adapt against Azarenka’s impressive all-around skills.

Additionally, the 34-year-old Belarusian has had a solid start to the year and will arrive in Charleston fresh off a semifinal appearance at the Miami Open. With a respectable track record on clay, she is expected to leverage her experience to successfully overcome this obstacle.

Selection: Azarenka will win in straight sets.