The women’s singles at the 2026 Queen’s Club Championships reached the quarterfinal stage on Friday. Those matches were scheduled on the same day as the remaining four round of 16 contests because of rain in London. Which women do you think will reach the semifinals?
WTA Queen’s Club Quarterfinal Predictions
Amanda Anisimova vs Iva Jovic
Head-to-head: First meeting
It is often assumed that faster surfaces suit the powerful hitters more. Sometimes, players like Jovic, who is a great returner and adept at using her opponent’s pace, thrive more, while players like Anisimova prefer more time during the rallies. Despite Anisimova’s status as the 2025 Wimbledon runner-up, I like Jovic’s chances in this matchup and think that it being on grass will help her.
Prediction: Jovic in 3
Karolina Pliskova vs Donna Vekic
Head-to-head: Pliskova 7-4 Vekic
These two have played several times, but only once on grass. Pliskova won that meeting back in 2021. Expect plenty of formidable ball-striking between these two, and for the sets to be decided by fine margins. Although the Czech only recently returned to tennis after a lengthy injury, I think she has a slight edge here against an opponent who has struggled for consistent form for almost two years.
Prediction: Pliskova in 3
Emma Raducanu vs Kamilla Rakhimova
Head-to-head: First meeting
Raducanu did a brilliant job of disarming Sorana Cirstea’s power in the previous round. There will be more onus on her to be proactive against Rakhimova. The home favorite sometimes struggles with that, but playing at a venue where she feels comfortable after an impressive victory might give her the confidence boost she needs to avoid being the victim of an upset.
Prediction: Raducanu in 2
Elena Rybakina vs Katie Boulter
Head-to-head: Rybakina 2-0 Boulter
Rybakina’s challenging draw continues here. She faced last year’s champion, Tatjana Maria, in the Round of 16, and now an opponent who is most comfortable on grass and will be playing in front of a home crowd. However, Rybakina remains the better player, and she thrashed Boulter 6-1 6-1 when they played at Wimbledon three years ago. I think the Kazakhstani will reach the semifinals.
Prediction: Rybakina in 2
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