WTA Guadalajara Day 4 Match Predictions: Ostapenko vs. Stakusic and More

The WTA Guadalajara Round of 16 concludes on Day 4, featuring prominent players like 2017 French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko and 2022 WTA Finals winner Caroline Garcia. As always, we provide our match predictions, but who do you think will advance to the quarterfinals?

WTA Guadalajara Day 4 Predictions

Marie Bouzkova vs. Lucrezia Stefanini
Head-to-head: First meeting

The fast conditions in Guadalajara favor Bouzkova’s game style, which thrives on hard courts that let her redirect the pace of her opponents’ shots. Stefanini had to battle through three sets against Ana Sofia Sanchez, who is ranked outside the Top 200, and will need a much stronger performance to challenge Bouzkova. However, it’s unlikely that Stefanini will find the level needed.
Prediction: Bouzkova in 2

Ashlyn Krueger vs. Magdalena Frech
Head-to-head: Krueger 1-1 Frech

Both players had comfortable wins in their previous matches. Krueger’s power is slightly better suited to the quick conditions, while Frech tends to perform better on slower surfaces. Despite this, Frech is a more consistent player, making this a tough call. Krueger is narrowly favored, but this match could go either way.
Prediction: Krueger in 3

Caroline Garcia vs. Ena Shibahara
Head-to-head: First meeting

Garcia, who received a bye in the last round, is looking for a confidence boost after a challenging season. She reached the semifinals in Guadalajara last year, which could help her mindset. Shibahara’s ability to extend rallies may pose a problem for Garcia, who often struggles with maintaining composure in long points. While Garcia is still the favorite, her form has been inconsistent, making this match unpredictable.
Prediction: Garcia in 3

Jelena Ostapenko vs. Marina Stakusic
Head-to-head: First meeting

Ostapenko, the No. 1 seed, also received a bye into the Round of 16. Although her recent singles form has been shaky, she captured the US Open women’s doubles title with Lyudmyla Kichenok, showing she can still deliver high-level tennis. Ostapenko’s aggressive style is expected to overwhelm Stakusic, who recently reached a career-high ranking of No. 140 but is likely to struggle against the Latvian’s power if Ostapenko plays near her best.
Prediction: Ostapenko in 2