Sloane Stephens is set to face Renata Zarazua in the Round of 32 at the ASB Classic on Monday, January 5. This match takes place on hard court, with Zarazua currently favored by the betting markets.
Renata Zarazua holds odds of -450 to win the match, while Stephens is the underdog at +310 according to BetMGM Sportsbook. These odds imply that Zarazua has an approximately 81.8% probability of winning based on the moneyline.
The ASB Classic matchup features two players with contrasting recent performances on hard courts. Stephens has struggled recently, going 0-4 in hard court tournaments over the past year. Her statistics show she wins 24.4% of her return games and 43.6% of her service games on hard surfaces, converting 50% of her break-point opportunities in that span.
In contrast, Zarazua, who is 28 years old, has been more competitive on hard courts with an 11-14 record over the last twelve months. She wins 62.6% of her service games and 36% of her return games on hard courts. Additionally, Zarazua converts 50.8% of her break points, ranking her 70th in this metric.
Zarazua’s recent form includes a semifinal appearance at the SP Open, where she lost to Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah. Meanwhile, Stephens’ last outing was a Round of 32 defeat by Lucrezia Stefanini at the Abierto Zapopan, losing in three sets.
Key Match Details:
- Tournament: ASB Classic
- Round: Round of 32
- Date: Monday, January 5
- Court Surface: Hard
While Stephens has a notable career highlighted by a Grand Slam title, her recent struggles on hard courts cast doubt on her chances. Zarazua’s slightly better form and favorable stats on the surface give her an edge in this opening match.
The match will be available for viewing on Tennis Channel and Fubo. Fans seeking to place bets should note that odds may fluctuate leading up to match time.
Both players will look to gain momentum early in the season, making this first-round contest an interesting test. Data from recent performance trends and betting markets favor Zarazua, but Stephens’ experience means the match is unlikely to be straightforward.
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