As the WTA 1000 event in Montreal progresses into Day 3, fans can anticipate the much-anticipated debut of the seeds, which is expected to elevate the quality of matches significantly. Day 3 promises an exciting lineup with potential upsets, as there are many unseeded players who possess the skill to challenge and potentially defeat their seeded opponents.
Among the key matches to watch is the contest between Dayana Yastremska and Camila Osorio. Although Osorio leads their head-to-head record from their previous encounter at the Olympic Games, the hard court surface may favor Yastremska, allowing her the chance to even the score. Analysts predict a tightly contested match, with Yastremska potentially prevailing in three sets.
Another exciting showdown features Jaqueline Cristian facing off against Linda Noskova. This will be their first meeting, but Noskova’s recent form is impressive, highlighted by a finalist position in Prague and a strong performance at Wimbledon. If she maintains her current level, experts are predicting a straight-set victory for Noskova.
In a matchup between Ekaterina Alexandrova and Lin Zhu, Alexandrova is favored due to her consistency and previous victory against Zhu this year. With a solid performance expected, she should be able to secure her spot in the next round with a straight sets win.
Lastly, Aoi Ito will take on Jasmine Paolini in their first encounter. While Paolini has struggled to match her previous year’s success, she has proven herself a top player and is anticipated to proceed to the next round without significant trouble against her opponent ranked outside the Top 100.
This day is set to promise thrilling tennis and could produce some surprises as the seeds enter the competition, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.