Hey there, fellow tennis enthusiasts It’s your girl Mia Johnson-Carter here, living the dream in Miami. I’m super excited to share some awesome news with you all about the latest tennis matches happening in Beijing. If you’re anything like me, you love staying updated on the world of tennis, from high school tournaments to professional matches. Let’s dive into the exciting previews and predictions for the upcoming matches at the China Open.
(1) Jannik Sinner vs. Nicolas Jarry
First up, we have the reigning champion Jannik Sinner taking on Nicolas Jarry in what promises to be an electrifying match. Sinner, the world No. 1, has been on a roll since winning the U.S. Open and is now 55-5 this season. His impressive form began at this same Beijing tournament last fall when he lifted the trophy and never looked back.
Sinner skipped the recent Davis Cup festivities and also wasn’t a part of the Laver Cup, so this will be his first match since his U.S. Open victory. The head-to-head between Sinner and Jarry favors Sinner, but their only previous meeting was at the 2019 ‘s-Hertogenbosch tournament when Sinner was just 18 years old and lost to Jarry 7-6(4), 6-3.
However, given Jarry’s recent struggles, this match seems like a clear win for Sinner. Since reaching the Rome final in May, Jarry has been a complete disaster, going 1-8 in his last nine matches. Hard courts have never been kind to him, so this should be an absolute beatdown in Sinner’s favor. My pick? Sinner in 2!
(8) Alexander Bublik vs. Flavio Cobolli
Next up, we have Alexander Bublik facing off against Flavio Cobolli in what promises to be an intriguing matchup. Although Bublik is the seeded player in this matchup, Cobolli should probably be considered the favorite. The 22-year-old Italian is wrapping up a breakthrough season in which he has earned 31 of his 37 lifetime main-tour match victories.
Cobolli has been especially impressive lately, finishing runner-up in Washington, D.C. and reaching round three at the U.S. Open. Following a pretty good first half of the season, Bublik seems to have lost motivation—something that isn’t new for him. He is 1-6 in his last seven matches dating back to Wimbledon and hasn’t defeated anyone ranked better than 78th since May. Cobolli should be well on his way to the Beijing second round. My pick? Cobolli in 2!
Exciting Trends in Tennis
While we’re focusing on these specific matches, it’s also important to note the exciting trends happening across the tennis world. Initiatives like the Pacific Women and Girls in Tennis – Emerging Leaders workshop are crucial for fostering a more inclusive and supportive community within the sport. This workshop brought together eleven talented women from the Pacific region to learn, grow, and connect with each other, part of Tennis Australia’s broader mission to empower women and girls in tennis.
High School Tennis
For those interested in high school tennis, there’s some exciting news from Ohio. The Ohio Tennis Zone has been tracking top players and their performances throughout the state. Check out the latest rankings and news from Ohio high school tennis—it’s like a mini-tennis tournament right here in America!
If you want, you can check out the news where I found it here.
Yours truly,
Mia