Hong Kong Open 2024 Final: Katie Boulter vs Diana Shnaider preview, head-to-head, prediction and pick
Match Details
Fixture: Katie Boulter vs Diana Shnaider
Date: November 3, 2024
Tournament: Hong Kong Open 2024
Round: Finals
Venue: Hong Kong, China
Category: WTA 250
Surface: Hard (Outdoor)
Prize Money: $267,082
Live Telecast: USA - Tennis Channel | Canada - TSN
Katie Boulter vs Diana Shnaider preview
Second seed Katie Boulter will take on Diana Shnaider in the finals of the Hong Kong Open on Sunday.
Boulter has been among the consistent players on tour this year. After early exits in Adelaide and Melbourne, she chalked up title-winning runs in San Diego and Nottingham. She also reached the third round in Miami and Toronto, where she lost to Aryna Sabalenka in straight sets.
The Brit entered Hong Kong on the back of a semifinal run in Tokyo. She outfoxed the likes of Wang Xiyu and Anastasia Zakharova en route to the semifinals and then overpowered Yuan Yue to stake her claim for the title. Boulter defeated the sixth seed Yue in three sets, 6-2, 5-7, 6-2.
Diana Shnaider, meanwhile, has had an encouraging season this year. After early exits in Indian Wells and Miami, she secured a title-winning run in Bad Homburg. The Russian also reached the semifinals in Tokyo, Seoul, and Toronto, where she lost to Jessica Pegula in straight sets.
Shnaider started her campaign in Hong Kong by cruising past Kyoka Okamura, Priscilla Hon, and Suzan Lamens in the first few rounds. She then made light work of Leylah Fernandez en route to the finals, 6-4, 6-2. The youngster has only dropped one set in Hong Kong so far.
Katie Boulter vs Diana Shnaider head-to-head
The head-to-head between the duo is locked at 0-0.
Katie Boulter vs Diana Shnaider odds
Odds will be updated when available.
Katie Boulter vs Diana Shnaider prediction
Katie Boulter has a brilliant opportunity to win her third title this year and cap off a successful season on tour. She is constantly improving her game at the highest level and could be one to watch out for next year. The Brit won 67% of her first serve points against Yue and saved three out of six break points in the last match.
Shnaider, on the contrary, is among the most exciting youngsters on tour. The Russian possesses incredible maturity at the age of 20 and is one win away from claiming her second title this year. She likes to keep a check on her errors and does the basics really well on the court.
Boulter is known for her offensive game but has showcased her defensive side as well this week. Experience will slightly tilt the tie in her favor on Sunday, but the Brit will need to put up a flawless performance to stop Shnaider. Fans can expect a thrilling battle between the duo, but it is most likely that Boulter solves this riddle and picks up the title in Hong Kong.
Pick: Boulter to win in three sets.