Belinda Bencic faces Veronika Kudermetova in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Abu Dhabi WTA Women’s Tennis Open on Wednesday. Bencic, ranked 157th, advanced with a three-set victory over Rebecca Sramkova, while Kudermetova, ranked 52nd, triumphed over Liudmila Samsonova. Matches will be aired on Tennis Channel, accessible via Fubo.
By the Numbers
- Bencic holds a 6-2 record on hard courts in the past year.
- Kudermetova has a 15-17 record in 17 hard court tournaments this past year.
- Bencic’s service game win percentage is 72.7%, compared to 62.4% for Kudermetova.
State of Play
- Both players are looking to regain momentum after recent struggles at the Australian Open.
- Bencic has a strong service game, converting 44.9% of break-point opportunities.
What’s Next
The winner will advance to the quarterfinals, looking to build on their performances and improve rankings. Fans can anticipate a tightly contested match, as both players have shown resilience in previous rounds.
Bottom Line
As Bencic and Kudermetova compete, their contrasting hard court experiences will be pivotal in determining the outcome, making this a highly anticipated matchup in the tournament. Tune in to see which player advances further in Abu Dhabi.
