Ann Li vs Lulu Sun: WTA Guangzhou Final Preview & Prediction
The WTA Guangzhou Open final is set, featuring a showdown between Ann Li and Lulu Sun. This clash promises to be an exciting contest as both players vie for the title in China.
Match Overview: Ann Li vs Lulu Sun
Ann Li comes into the final with a strong performance in the tournament. She has showcased impressive form recently, though her best result during the Asian swing was reaching the semifinals in doubles at the Osaka event. In Guangzhou, Li has maintained her momentum, defeating Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva, Camila Osorio, and Elisabetta Cocciaretto without dropping a single set.
In the semifinals, Li faced Zhang Shuai, who was forced to retire after just seven games, thus propelling Li into the final.
Lulu Sun’s Journey to the Final
Lulu Sun started her tournament journey in the qualifying rounds, where she achieved victories over Yuyao Li and Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah. Her strong performance continued as she upset the top seed, Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, in her first match of the main draw. Sun then defeated Wang Yafan, dropping only four games.
Sun faced Caty McNally in the quarterfinals, managing to come back from a set down to secure the win. She advanced to the semifinals against Claire Liu, claiming victory with a decisive score of 6-0, 7-6.
Head-to-Head Record
- Past Matches: Sun leads the head-to-head record 2-0 against Li.
- Most Recent Meeting: Sun won 6-3, 6-1 in Bonita Springs last year.
While Li has become a regular on the tour, Sun has struggled with consistency at this level. However, her current form gives her a competitive edge going into the final.
Prediction
The upcoming match promises to be thrilling. If Sun maintains her current level of play, she may very well defeat Li for a third consecutive time.
