French Open 2015 | |||
Sloane Stephens (USA) | vs | Venus Williams (USA)[15] |
Schedule
Monday, 25 May 2015 at 11:00 GMT / 12:00 UK / 16:30 IST Venue Suzanne-Lenglen Court |
Hiland Doolittle |
This promises to be the best women's match of the day with two Americans facing each other late on Day 2. Venus is on the decline but playing competitive tennis and Sloane must feel disappointed with her play this season after a promising start in 2014. Stephens has a running controversy with Serena Williams but has never faced sister Venus head to head. A powerful athlete, Sloane's 11-9 record this year has seen her plummet to the 40th WTA ranking. Meanwhile, Venus has rebounded after an injury plagued year last season. Relying on more than her serve, the elegant Williams sister is 20-9 in 2015 and has climbed to contender status as the 15th ranked tour player. Venus was runner-up here back in 2002 but has not challenged on clay since. Stephens has been more consistent, reaching the fourth round each of the last three years.
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Match and No. of Sets Predictions
Pass
I look for a three set upset with Stephens relying on her athleticism to emerge victorious.
Hiland's prediction on spot except that Williams lasted only 2 sets.