Leylah Fernandez and Naomi Osaka are to meet in round 3 of the US Open. It’s going to be their first head-to-head encounter. Will Fernandez be able to put up a decent competition against Osaka?
Leylah Fernandez form
In the first round of the US Open, Leylah Fernandez faced Ana Konjuh. The first set was a tough fight, Fernandez was able to take the set in a tie-break. The Canadian left no chance for her opponent (6-2) in the second set. In round 2, Fernandez faced Kaia Kanepi and won the match in two sets, 7-5, 7-5. In 2021, Fernandez won 13 matches on the hard court, suffering 8 defeats.
Naomi Osaka form
The reigning US Open champion faced Marie Bouzková in the first round. Naomi Osaka showed a confident game in this match, winning in 2 sets, 6-4, 6-1. Osaka was playing in her attacking style. Despite hitting half of first serves, the Japanese player hit 34 winners, which is quite a decent figure. Osaka was to have met Olga Danilovic in the second round, but the opponent withdrew.
Head-to-head encounters
The upcoming match is going to be their first one.
Expert Betting Tips
Although Osaka didn’t show a good first serve percentage, she rarely hits double faults. Osaka tries not to risk much during the second serve, she excels her opponent in this aspect. I suggest betting on Fernandez to win by the number of double faults. This is their first encounter, and the young Canadian will definitely feel the pressure. It’s going to be a tough match for Fernandez who’s opponent is No.3 in the world and the defending champion at the US Open.
- Double Faults Handicap 1 (-2.5) for 1.8;
- Handicap 2 (-5.5) for 1.75;
- TU 19.5 Games for 1.82.