WTA Guadalajara: Ashlyn Krueger vs Tatjana Maria; Preview, Head-to-Head, and Prediction

Preview

American qualifier Ashlyn Krueger will take on experienced German Tatjana Maria in the first round of the WTA Guadalajara. Krueger, ranked 292nd in the world, has a 20-12 record on the ITF Circuit this season and has won two titles. Maria, ranked 93rd in the world, is a two-time Grand Slam semifinalist and has won one WTA title this season. This will be the first meeting between the two players.

Head-to-Head

This will be the first meeting between Ashlyn Krueger and Tatjana Maria.

Prediction

This is a tough matchup to call. Krueger is a rising star with a lot of potential, but Maria is a seasoned veteran with a lot of experience. Ultimately, I think Maria's experience will be the difference in this match. She should be able to outlast Krueger in a long match and win in three sets. Here is a more detailed prediction of the match:

• Maria will win the first set 6-4.
• Krueger will win the second set 6-3.
• Maria will win the third set 6-4.