Hong Kong Open 2024: Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera preview, head-to-head, prediction and pick
Match Details
Fixture: Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera
Date: November 1, 2024
Tournament: Hong Kong Open 2024
Round: Quarterfinals
Venue: Hong Kong, China
Category: WTA 250
Surface: Hard (Outdoor)
Prize Money: $267,082
Live Telecast: USA - Tennis Channel | Canada - TSN
Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera preview
Third seed Leylah Fernandez will take on Bernarda Pera in the quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Open on Friday.
Fernandez has had a hot and cold season this year, having amassed 30 wins from 53 matches, including a runner-up finish in the Eastbourne International. She also reached the quarterfinals of the Cincinnati Open and the Japan Women's Open, where she lost to Jessica Pegula and Zheng Qinwen, respectively.
The Canadian started her campaign in Hong Kong by cruising past Heather Watson in the first round. She then outsmarted Kimberly Birrell in the second, 6-1, 6-2. Fernandez will fancy her chances to make a significant impact in the Hong Kong Open this year.
Bernarda Pera, meanwhile, has had a mediocre season on the women's tour. She reached the quartrefinals of the Guangzhou Open this month, which has been her best result so far. She also recorded a third round appearance in the Wimbledon Championships, where she lost to Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets.
The American started her campaign in Hong Kong by breezing past Sara Saito and Shi Han in the first two rounds. She defeated the Chinese qualifier Han in exactly one hour, 6-0, 6-4. Pera will be eager to present a stern challenge to Fernandez next.
Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera head-to-head
Fernandez leads the head-to-head against Pera 2-0. She defeated the American most recently in the Dubai Tennis Championships.
Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera odds
Odds will be updated when available.
Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera prediction
After a season filled with ups and downs, Leylah Fernandez is on course to finish on a positive note. The Canadian has chalked up her second quarterfinal appearance this month and is now three wins away from winning the Hong Kong Open. She won 80% of her first serve points in the last match and saved all break points against Birrell.
Pera, on the other hand, has also registered back-to-back quarterfinal runs on tour. She put up a dominant serving performance in the last match by winning 89% of her first serve points. The American will need to bring the same energy against Fernandez and make a strong start in the quarterfinals.
Considering their results this year and skill-set on hardcourts, Fernandez will be a slight favorite to come out on top. The Canadian has shown vulnerability against tricky opponents in the past, but shouldn't have too many problems getting past Pera in the quarterfinals. She should be able to showcase her potent all-around game and enter the last four in Hong Kong.
Pick: Fernandez to win in straight sets.