After a run to the semifinals in Osaka, Japan, Angelique Kerber looked ready for a deep run at the Wuhan Open. The German\u2019s run was cut short thanks to Puerto Rico\u2019s Monica Puig, who outlasted Kerber in a three set battle. Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka commanded in her win against American Danielle Collins, moving on to the third round and dropping just a single game. Sofia Kenin eliminated Osaka finalist Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova in straight sets. Another Chinese woman fell on home soil as Garbine Muguruza exited Peng Shuai.<\/p>\n
Day 3 at the Wuhan Open has some great matches in store. Here\u2019s a look at four matches and predictions for who\u2019s moving on to the next round. Don’t worry, we also have predictions for four more matches<\/a>.<\/p>\n Head to head: <\/strong>Halep 5-0 Strycova<\/p>\n In five meetings, Barbora Strycova has yet to grab a set off Simona Halep. Each outing went in favor of the Romanian in straight sets. It\u2019s a bit concerning that Halep hasn\u2019t played a tournament since her second round exit at the US Open<\/a>. It was a rare, error laden performance from Halep. And, I doubt we\u2019ll see that from the #4 seed in Wuhan. Halep will quickly shake off the rust<\/p>\n Strycova had a solid opening round against Wang Xiyu. The Czech served well and was able to save five of six break opportunities. Against anyone other than an elite player, Strycova could have a deep run. But, the head to head really tells the story here. Strycova just doesn\u2019t have the weapons to win this one.Wuhan Open Day 3 Predictions<\/h2>\n
Simona Halep vs Barbora Strycova<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\nPrediction: Halep in 2<\/em><\/p>\n