The fourth and final quarterfinal is set at the 2026 United Cup as host Nation Australia takes on Team Poland at the Ken Rosewall Arena in Sydney. Iga Swiatek’s Team Poland did not lose a single match in the group stage, while Alex de Minaur’s Team Australia had some hiccups. As always, we at LWOT will offer predictions for both the singles matches. Which players will get the win?
United Cup Quarterfinal Predictions
Maya Joint vs Iga Swiatek
Head-to-Head: Joint 0-1 Swiatek
This should be a massive challenge for Australia’s No.1 woman as she takes on one of the best players of this generation. Joint managed to win just two games the last time these two met, but she is a quick learner and should put up a better fight this time around. However, the gap in level is significant, and Iga Swiatek‘s experience gives her a clear edge. It will take some extraordinary level of tennis from Joint to trouble the Polish superstar.
Prediction: Swiatek in 2
Alex de Minaur vs Hubert Hurkacz
Head-to-Head: De Minaur 2-1 Hurkacz
This is the marquee matchup of this tie as Alex de Minaur, with his relentless defense and counterpunching, faces the elite serving of Hubert Hurkacz. The Polish player has looked extremely sharp, and his serve has been untouchable, hitting 42 aces in two matches. However, De Minaur is a great returner and will put more returns in play than Hurkacz’s previous two opponents.
De Minaur’s movement could neutralise Hurkacz’s firepower, but the Australian has to be aggressive on his own. The home crowd also offers De Minaur an advantage, which could prove crucial in situations such as tiebreaks. If Iga Swiatek wins her match against Maya Joint, it would increase the pressure on De Minaur to keep his nation alive, and he usually thrives under pressure.
Prediction: de Minaur in 3
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