Who will win in Madrid today (Friday) ?

Wuornos

Professional
1. Jankovic vs. Bartoli

In my opinion Jelena Janković's official ranking is over stated because of the volume of events she competes in. I doubt there's a hair's breadth between these two on the quality of their play. It could go either way.


2. Ivanovic vs. Sharapova

I think Maria Sharapova's official ranking is deflated as a result of injury. Maria though is a fighter and she fresh and hungry for the game. I would choose Maria to come out on top.


3. Kuznetsova vs. Hantuchova

I think Hantuchova's presence at this event is lucky and I could name at least half a dozen players who could produce better quality tennis. Svetlana Kuznetsova should win easily.

I predict Semi Finals Maria Sharapova beating Anna Chakvetadze and Ana Ivanović falling to Justine Henin.

Justine Henin to beat Maria Sharapova in the final.

What do you think of my crystal ball?

Tim
 

Topaz

Legend
Not bad Tim. Though, I think Ivanovic has a good chance against Maria...remember the beat down she put on Masha at the French? Of course, that was on clay, but still, Ivanovic has continued to improve this season while Maria has been sitting out nursing her injuries. I agree, though, she is a fighter.

I would also disagree that Bartoli and Jankovic are so close in abilities. Jankovic has won several titles and shown much more consistent results throughout the entire year. Yes, she plays a lot of events, but even she has said it is because she would rather play matches than practice. Plus, she is not used to going deep in those events, so this year was kind of something new to her. She backed off on her schedule toward the end of the year, and I expect she will be more prudent with her scheduling next year as well.

I think you got your picks spot on, though!
 

Marius_Hancu

Talk Tennis Guru
Bartoli: I can't be double-bagelled twice in a row:)

Bartoli b. Jankovic 61 10 ret!!
 
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