Gauff vs Sakkari Prediction 16 March 2024

The perfect complement to the semifinal match of the thousandaire in Indian Wells Corey Gauff - Maria Sakkari is our prediction. Will the world No. 3 end in his favor 21 consecutive matches at home? Sportbooks tend to think that yes. We, in turn, will avoid any harsh conclusions at the initial stage.

In a recent interview, Gauff admitted that she always tries to win sets with "sheep". However, she often has to work up a sweat. Last night, for example, Corey did not defeat Yue Yuan, making as many as 17 double faults and 7 service aces. In the past year, the American has conquered several competitions at home in different categories (the 500, Masters and majors), not wanting to rest on her laurels. Nevertheless, it will not be easy to oust Iga Schwöntek from the throne, as the points gap is quite impressive (3000+).

Sakkari has a much less ambitious task, seeking to rehabilitate herself for a series of failures under her new coach. Specifically in the United States, Maria has never lifted the trophy over her head, but that's no reason to discount her. On the local courts, the Greek left no chance only to Caroline Garcia, and with the other three competitors she struggled longer, largely because of her unideal serve (10 breaks). The tennis player time after time seized the initiative in crucial situations, which shows her exemplary stress resistance.