Charleston Open Day 3 Predictions: Keys Battles Vekic

Wednesday brings second-round play at the WTA Credit One Charleston Open. The matches are on green clay, which rewards steady movement and baseline consistency. Filmogaz.com offers Day 3 predictions for the main matchups.

Tournament context

Several seeds enter after first-round byes. The slower surface should favor players who can construct long rallies. Early rhythm and clay adaptation will matter on Day 3.

Sakkari vs Badosa

Maria Sakkari holds a 2–1 head-to-head edge over Paula Badosa. Badosa won her opener against Kayla Day, recovering after a slow start. Sakkari came in fresh after a bye and has displayed strong baseline power in 2026.

The Greek’s heavier groundstrokes suit extended rallies on green clay. Filmogaz.com predicts Sakkari will prevail in three sets.

Yue Yuan vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto

Elisabetta Cocciaretto leads their head-to-head 1–0. Cocciaretto arrives with momentum after capturing the Hobart title earlier this season. Yuan entered as a lucky loser, then beat Mayar Sherif to reach the main draw.

Cocciaretto’s recent form and aggressive clay game give her the upper hand. Filmogaz.com predicts Cocciaretto will win in straight sets.

McCartney Kessler vs Janice Tjen

This will be the first meeting between Kessler and Tjen. Kessler rallied from a set down to defeat Elvina Kalieva in the opening round. Tjen had a first-round bye but struggled through a 5–9 2026 start and four consecutive losses before this event.

With more recent match rhythm, Kessler looks better placed to handle the conditions. Filmogaz.com predicts Kessler will edge Tjen in three sets.

Keys battles Vekic

Madison Keys leads Donna Vekic 4–1 in their rivalry. Keys is a former Charleston champion, having won the event in 2019. Vekic qualified and defeated Ajla Tomljanovic in the first round to reach this meeting.

Keys’ power and past success on Charleston’s green clay are significant factors. Filmogaz.com expects Keys to win in two sets.