WTA Den Bosch Day 3 Predictions: Alexandrova vs Blinkova and More

Rain-Delayed Start Sets Up Exciting Day 3 in Den Bosch

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WTA Den Bosch Day 3 Predictions: Alexandrova vs Blinkova and More

ening two days of the WTA Libema Open in ‘s-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch), Day 3 promises a packed schedule. Several first-round matches will finally wrap up, while three compelling Round of 16 clashes are set to take center stage on Wednesday.

Here’s a look at our WTA Den Bosch Day 3 predictions, including the headlining matchup between Ekaterina Alexandrova and Anna Blinkova.

Bernarda Pera vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto

Head-to-head: Pera leads 4-1

American Bernarda Pera comes into this match with a strong psychological advantage, having won four of her five prior meetings with Elisabetta Cocciaretto. Although grass is not Pera’s strongest surface, she made strides last year, reaching the third round at Wimbledon and starting this tournament with an impressive win over No. 4 seed Magda Linette.

On the other hand, Cocciaretto has a more natural game for grass, with low, powerful shots that suit the surface. Despite her poor record against Pera, none of their previous meetings were played on grass — something that may help her reset mentally.

Prediction: Cocciaretto in 3 sets

Veronika Kudermetova vs Greet Minnen

Head-to-head: Kudermetova leads 1-0

Veronika Kudermetova should be wary of Greet Minnen, who pulled off a first-round upset over Danielle Collins, the 2022 Australian Open runner-up. Minnen’s defensive consistency can frustrate attacking players, which she’ll hope to repeat here.

However, Kudermetova’s stronger serve gives her a key edge. Collins struggled on serve against Minnen — a mistake Kudermetova is unlikely to repeat. If the Russian can dominate her service games, she’ll pressure Minnen into risky plays and potential errors.

Prediction: Kudermetova in 2 sets

Ekaterina Alexandrova vs Anna Blinkova

Head-to-head: Alexandrova leads 3-0

This all-Russian matchup headlines Day 3, as defending champion Ekaterina Alexandrova faces Anna Blinkova. Alexandrova enters with momentum, having reached the fourth round at the French Open. Her game is perfectly suited for grass, with flat groundstrokes and a powerful serve that can dominate shorter points.

Blinkova, while a competent all-court player, tends to struggle against opponents who apply consistent pressure. Her defensive game may not be enough to hold back the firepower of Alexandrova, especially on the fast grass courts of Den Bosch.

Unless Blinkova finds a way to turn defense into offense efficiently, it’s hard to see her breaking through in this matchup.

Prediction: Alexandrova in 2 sets

What to Expect on Day 3

With a stacked schedule and high-stakes matchups, Day 3 of the WTA Libema Open promises intense action and possible surprises. Players will not only be battling their opponents, but also the pressure of a rain-condensed schedule.

All eyes will be on Ekaterina Alexandrova as she defends her title, but with rising threats like Cocciaretto and a confident Minnen, the grass-court drama is just heating up in Den Bosch.