Ana Ivanovic vs Lucie Safarova Prediction, Preview & Betting Tips

Preview

Hiland Doolittle Jun 03, 2015 @ 09:17 pm

A pair of late 20-year olds who can go the distance will battle in the first women’s semifinal. Serbian tennis queen Ana Ivanovic, the seven-seed, will get a stiff test from Czech 13-seed Lucie Safarova. The hope is to advance to a big payday and the finals where Serena will most likely be waiting.

Ivanovic is the feel-good story of the year on the women’s tour. With her shocking victory over Ekaterina Makarova, the Serb has demonstrated she is back in contention after a few lean years. Yet, everybody’s “hot body” choice has yet to win a title this season, even though her ranking has steadily climbed.

Lucie has earned one title and nearly $1 million in 2015, twice Ana’s earnings. Arriving at Paris, she had a 16-10 record this season. Despite losing in the first round at Melbourne, her 2014 Grand Slam results were far superior to Ana’s.

The pair has met 8 times in the past with Lucie holding a 5-3 edge. On clay, they have split their only two matches. Ana is a popular player and former champion at Roland Garros but we give the edge to Safarova, who has won all her battles in straight sets. Ana has gone three sets in three of her five contests.