Day 1 of the Italian Open created some exciting second round matches \u2013 headlined by the Williams Sisters facing off. No major upsets makes for some incredibly tough second round matches. Who else will move on to the second round? Here\u2019s a look at four matches worth the watch on Italian Open Day 2.<\/p>\n
Head to head: <\/strong>No history<\/p>\n Belinda Bencic started 2019 on a tear. Perhaps she\u2019s come back down to Earth. But deep runs in Charleston and Madrid clearly demonstrate the young Swiss\u2019 prowess on clay. Regardless of the surface, Bencic is a threat at any tournament. An easy ability to attack, Bencic can stun opponents. And, up against some of the biggest hitters, Bencic\u2019s defensive skills remain strong.<\/p>\n On the other side of the court, Latvia\u2019s Anastasija Sevastova has struggled on clay. Sevastova lost her opening matches in Charleston and Prague. The World #13 fared better in Stuttgart, where she pushed Petra Kvitova to three sets. In Madrid, the Latvian reached the Round of 16 before coming up against a red-hot Kiki Bertens.<\/p>\n The Latvian is avery capable player. But, this is really Bencic\u2019s match to win or lose. If she\u2019s fierce and focused, Bencic will move on to the second round with relative ease.
\nPrediction: Bencic in 2<\/em><\/p>\n