Petra Kvitova vs Iga Swiatek Miami Open 2022 QF Preview

Iga Swiatek appears to be like to proceed her beautiful run of type on Wednesday night, dealing with Petra Kvitova for a spot within the semi-finals of the Miami Open. The brand new World No.1 positively appears to be like to be residing as much as her finish of the discount up to now, having continued her profitable streak which now stands at 14 matches.

Historically a spot the place she had struggled with the circumstances, Kvitova is within the quarter finals for the third time right here. She achieved it due to victory over Veronika Kudermetova though being damaged 5 instances within the 7-6 6-4 win might not bode properly towards the returning of her subsequent opponent. Her comeback from 0-4 within the second set was spectacular nevertheless in a streaky contest.

Swiatek continues to dominate her competitors, having picked up one other dominant victory. This time, it was Cori Gauff on the receiving finish of a 6-3 6-1 loss making it simply 9 video games misplaced in three matches for the Pole on this event. “I used to be in a superb temper at the moment and good zone,” she stated after her win. “I used to be actually targeted, so typically I’ve these form of moments the place I don’t even know what the rating is. That’s good, since you’re simply specializing in tennis and techniques and method.”

Kvitova could also be exhibiting enhancements for this appears like an awesome matchup for Swiatek, who has been coping with energy gamers impressively over the previous three weeks. She has been in a position to outthink them whereas additionally remaining in a position to not less than match their energy, making it very troublesome to get anyplace. The winner of this one will play Paula Badosa or Jessica Pegula with the Spaniard favoured to advance from that one.

Prediction – Iga Swiatek in straight units