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This upcoming match in the WTA Beijing tournament features the world number 2, Aryna Sabalenka, taking on Ashlyn Krueger, ranked 68. While there's no head-to-head history between these two players, their recent performances provide plenty of insights into what we might expect. Aryna Sabalenka is riding high following a formidable run at the US Open, where she reached the final before losing to Jessica Pegula. Prior to that, she had dispatched top-tier players such as Emma Navarro and Qinwen Zheng in straight sets. Sabalenka's hard court prowess has been on full display, as indicated by her impressive performance at Cincinnati, beating rivals like Iga Swiatek and Pegula to clinch the title. Her aggressive baseline play and powerful serves are key components of her game, making her a formidable opponent on hard courts. Sabalenka's recent results showcase her consistency: - Defeated Jessica Pegula in the Cincinnati final (6-3, 7-5). - Strong performances at the US Open, including a win over Zheng (6-1, 6-2). - Dominant win in her opening Beijing match against Mananchaya Sawangkaew (6-4, 6-1). On the other side of the net, Ashlyn Krueger is no stranger to big wins. Her recent form includes a solid victory over Lulu Sun in straight sets (6-1, 7-6) and a hard-fought win against Yafan Wang (6-3, 4-6, 2-6) in the early rounds of Beijing. Krueger has consistently pushed higher-ranked players and even managed to upset Mirra Andreeva at the US Open (1-6, 4-6). Krueger's recent achievements: - Beat Lulu Sun convincingly in Beijing (6-1, 7-6). - Upset Mirra Andreeva at the US Open. - Reached the R16 in Guadalajara, pushing Magdalena Frech to three sets. This match promises an exciting clash of styles. Sabalenka’s experience and powerful game will test Krueger’s resilience and shot-making abilities. While Sabalenka enters as the favorite, Krueger's recent performances suggest she is capable of producing an upset. Tennis fans should anticipate a thrilling battle.