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The upcoming clash between Madison Keys and Beatriz Haddad Maia in Beijing promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both players bringing their A-game to the court. This match marks their third head-to-head at the tour level, with each player having secured one victory apiece in their past meetings. Madison Keys, currently ranked 24th, won their most recent matchup in Rome earlier this year. It was a fiercely contested three-setter that Keys clinched 4-6, 6-4, 3-6. Known for her powerful groundstrokes and aggressive play, Keys has had a solid run of form in her last ten matches. She has won six of those encounters, with notable victories over players like Sara Sorribes Tormo at Beijing and Katerina Siniakova at the US Open. Although she faced early exits in tournaments like Toronto and suffered a tough loss against Elise Mertens in the US Open's Round of 32, Keys has shown resilience and the ability to dominate on hard surfaces. On the other side of the net, Beatriz Haddad Maia, holding the 12th rank, comes into this match with considerable momentum. She recently triumphed in Seoul, taking down top-tier opponents such as Daria Kasatkina and Veronika Kudermetova en route to the title. Haddad Maia's consistency and tactical prowess have been evident throughout her last ten matches, in which she has won eight. Her victory over Keys last year in Zhuhai, secured in straight sets, demonstrated her ability to match Keys' power and outmaneuver her with precision shots. Both players have shown exceptional performances on hard courts recently, suggesting this match could go down to the wire. Keys' aggressive baseline play versus Haddad Maia's tactical versatility sets up an intriguing battle. Tennis enthusiasts can expect a high-octane match where the margin for error will be slim. This encounter will be a true test of skill, strategy, and mental toughness as both players vie for supremacy in Beijing.
Madison Keys
United States of America
1 - 1
Beatriz Haddad Maia
Brazil
Tournament
Winner
Rank
Loser
Rank
Score
R32
Rome
2024
Keys
13
Maia
20
4-6 6-4 3-6
RR
Zhuhai
2023
Maia
19
Keys
11
6-4 6-4