Varvara Gracheva Faces Maria Sakkari: 2026 Qatar Open Round of 16 Preview
In an exciting matchup, Varvara Gracheva will take on Maria Sakkari in the Round of 16 at the 2026 Qatar Open. This tournament is part of the WTA 1000 series and is taking place at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha, Qatar.
Match Details
- Event: 2026 Qatar Open
- Date: February 11, 2026
- Venue: Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, Doha, Qatar
- Surface: Outdoor Hard
- How to Watch on TV:
- UK: Sky Sports Tennis
- USA: Tennis Channel
- How to Watch Online:
- UK: Sky Go
- USA: Tennis Channel
Player Insights
Maria Sakkari has shown impressive form, emerging victorious over Jasmine Paolini with a score of 6-4, 6-2. This performance suggests that the Greek player, previously ranked as high as number three in the world, is poised to reclaim her spot in the top 50.
On the other hand, Varvara Gracheva has made her mark by overcoming the ninth seed, Linda Noskova, in a tightly contested match. Gracheva prevailed with a score of 6-2, 2-6, 7-5, showcasing her resilience and skill on the court.
Head-to-Head Record
Sakkari and Gracheva have met three times previously, with Sakkari leading their encounters 2-1. Notably, Sakkari won their only match on hard courts in straight sets. However, Gracheva claimed victory in their recent encounter during the 2024 Roland Garros on clay.
Match Prediction
Given their history, this match could be fiercely competitive. With Gracheva’s recent impressive performance and Sakkari’s resurgence, fans can expect an exciting showdown. A prediction for this match suggests that it may go to over 2.5 sets.
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