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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000
When is Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia on and what time does it start? Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia will take place on Sunday 18th February, 2024 – not before 15:00 (UK)
Where is Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia taking place? Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia will take place at the Aviation Club Tennis Centre in Dubai, UAE
What surface is Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia being played on? Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia will take place on an outdoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia
What channel is Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia on in the UK? Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Ashlyn Krueger vs Caroline Garcia live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
World number 21 Caroline Garcia brings a three-match losing streak into the Dubai Masters as she continues to fluctuate wildly between her brilliant best and some hugely avoidable exits on tour. The 30-year-old was emphatic in victory over Naomi Osaka at the Australian Open last month but she lost just as quickly in the second round to waste an opportunity, with last week’s defeat to the returning Osaka something of an inevitability. World number 74 Ashlyn Krueger took Paula Badosa to three sets last week in Doha and she was handed a wildcard to the main draw in Dubai for her efforts, just one place behind her career-high of 73rd. The 19-year-old won her maiden WTA title at the Osaka Open last September to prove her big-game potential and she will be well aware of her opponent’s brittleness in this first encounter. The suitably cautious pick is backing Garcia to earn at least a set but in that case consider a one-off on Krueger to earn one of her own, if not cause an upset.
TIP: ASHLYN KRUEGER TO WIN A SET