4. Sofia Kenin vs Anna Blinkova
Both Sofia Kenin and Anna Blinkova suffered tough early-round losses in Indian Wells. Kenin was up a set and a break against Katerina Siniakova in the first round, but ended up losing the match. Blinkova took the first set over Amanda Anisimova in the second round, but managed to win only one game in the second and third sets combined. That said, both players showcased a high level of tennis in the outset of those matches and if they bring that to Miami, their match could be great. If recent results are an indication, the match will hinge on who can maintain their best level for longer. The winner will have a tough test in Victoria Mboko in the second round.
5. Katerina Siniakova vs Camila Osorio
Two of the most resilient players on Tour, Katerina Siniakova and Camila Osorio’s first-round match is likely to be a long one. Both came back from the brink in Indian Wells; Siniakova against Kenin, and Osorio against Iva Jovic. Osorio has more power than Siniakova, but if Siniakova can take advantage of her doubles skills and utilize variety at the net, it could cause issues for Osorio. Both players are capable of coming back from the largest of deficits, and that combination could create an incredibly close match. In the second round, the winner of this match will face Karolina Muchova.
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