Samsonova Faces Guo: Preview, Predictions & Odds for 2025 WTA Ningbo Open
Liudmila Samsonova, the eighth seed, will play Hanyu Guo in the opening round of the 2025 WTA Ningbo Open. This match sets the stage for an exciting first-round encounter.
Match Preview: Samsonova vs. Guo
The winner of this match will meet McCartney Kessler, who advanced past Sofia Kenin in straight sets. Samsonova has demonstrated impressive form throughout the season, highlighted by a standout performance in Strasbourg where she reached the finals but ultimately lost to Elena Rybakina.
Performance and Statistics
- Liudmila Samsonova
- Current Ranking: 18
- 2025 Year-to-Date (YTD) Wins-Losses: 40-20
- Career Wins-Losses: 334-217
- Break Point Conversion: 44.4%
- Aces: 204 this season
- First Serve Points Won: 69.5%
- Hanyu Guo
- Current Ranking: 190
- 2025 YTD Wins-Losses: 2-5
- Career Wins-Losses: 222-131
- Aces: 7 this season
- First Serve Points Won: 55%
- Break Point Conversion: 52.9%
Background on Hanyu Guo
While Guo is primarily recognized as a doubles specialist, her singles career has seen limited success. She has yet to win a WTA singles title, although she has claimed five doubles titles. This season, her notable achievements in doubles include winning titles in Adelaide and Bad Homburg.
Head-to-Head Record
As this will be the first meeting between Samsonova and Guo, there are no prior confrontations to consider.
Predictions and Odds
Samsonova is favored to win, with her solid baseline game and established track record on hard courts. Odds indicate her to advance comfortably, with Guo’s chances appearing slim based on her recent performances.
- Betting Odds:
- Liudmila Samsonova: -600
- Hanyu Guo: +420
- Total Games Odds:
- Under 19.5 games: -125
- Over 19.5 games: -110
- Set 1 Winner Odds:
- Samsonova: -330
- Guo: +230
This match promises to be an intriguing battle as Samsonova seeks to leverage her experience against Guo. With everything at stake, both players will aim for a strong start in the 2025 WTA Ningbo Open.
