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Is anyone else surprised by the Tianjin Open finalists? No doubt, neither Rebecca Peterson nor Heather Watson were on anyone’s radar for a deep run, much less reaching the final. Through grit and determination, here they are. Now, here’s the question: who lifts the trophy? Tianjin Open Final Prediction Head to head: Peterson 1-0 Watson […] READ MORE
Briton Heather Watson had been on a disappointing run of form recently. That is until the British #2 arrived in Tianjin. In fact, successes had been few and far between all year for Watson. An ITF title early in the year in Fukuoka, Japan was followed by a number of early losses in other events. […] READ MORE
The Tianjin Open quarterfinals were certainly a surprise. The #6 Yulia Putintseva, #3 seed Dayana Yastremska, and #8 seed Magda Linette were dismissed in exciting quarterfinal clashes. China’s last remaining contender, Wang Yafan, couldn’t find the answers to Rebecca Peterson. The last four women in the Tianjin Open are undoubtedly a surprise. Hard-fought wins have […] READ MORE
We move into quarterfinal action at the Tianjin Open. The last Chinese woman standing is Wang Yafan, as compatriots Peng Shuai and seventh seed Zheng Saisai were eliminated in the Round of 16. The #2 seed Wang Qiang was handed a shocking loss by Heather Watson. Can Wang carry the flag for her country or […] READ MORE
The Tianjin Open moves into the Round of 16 for Wednesday’s matches. Looking for a spot in the last eight, we’ll see some very competitive matches on Day 3. Here’s a look at all four contests and predictions for who’ll move on the the Tianjin Open quarterfinals. Tianjin Open Day 3 Predictions Magda Linette vs […] READ MORE
Day one at the Tianjin Open saw plenty of exciting action. The great Venus Williams fell after a three-set battle with Rebecca Peterson, whilst China’s Wang Yafan delivered a commanding performance against American Lauren Davis, scoring a 6-0 6-4 win. And there should be plenty to keep fans entertained on day two. But who will […] READ MORE
The quote “the best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry” summarizes sports journalism all to well. Originally scheduled to cover the now postponed Hong Kong Open gave me the honor to cover the Tianjin Open. I recognize I may well be the mouse – 鼠目寸光, or “A mouse’s vision is only one inch […] READ MORE