Day two at WTA Beijing will see mix of proven names and rising players under the spotlight. With the Asian swing underway as the 2025 season approaches its conclusion, momentum and confidence on hard courts will be crucial in determining who makes it past the opening round. As always, we here at LWOT will be offering our predictions for every match on the schedule, including Lois Boisson vs Dalma Galfi and Donna Vekic vs Cristina Bucsa. But who will advance?
Head-to-head: first meeting
Ajla Tomljanovic has been working her way back from injuries and has shown glimpses of her old consistency in recent months. Yuliia Starodubtseva, meanwhile, has been progressing well this season, steadily climbing the rankings with solid results across different levels. While Tomljanovic’s experience on the big stages could weigh heavily, the Ukrainian’s recent form suggests she has the confidence to extend rallies and test her opponent’s match fitness. This one has the makings of a tricky opener for both but Starodubtseva might just have the edge.
Head-to-head: Joint 1-0 Jimenez Kasintseva
Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva continues to gain experience and her lefty angles often unsettle opponents who aren’t used to that rhythm. Maya Joint has made waves this year with her ability to step up and take the ball early on hard courts, using her flat groundstrokes to take time away. Both are still early in their careers, which makes this meeting an intriguing test of who handles the occasion better. A swing in confidence at the right moment could decide it but Joint is probably the better player in these conditions.
Prediction: Joint in 2
Head-to-Head: Uchijima 1-1 Zhu
Moyuka Uchijima has quietly built a strong year, bringing consistency and a solid baseline game that has served her well on hard courts. Zhu Lin, competing at home, carries the benefit of experience at this level and tends to thrive in matches decided by small margins and will have the crowd on her side. Both players are capable of long rallies, but Zhu’s ability to handle pressure in front of her home fans could tilt things in her favor. Expect plenty of extended exchanges and fine margins throughout.
Head-to-head: first meeting
Aliaksandra Sasnovich is dangerous on hard courts when her attacking game flows, though she’s had stretches of uneven play this season. Janice Tjen has been on the rise and impressed with her composure, showing a reliable baseline game that translates well to this surface. The contrast here is clear: Sasnovich looks to dictate with first-strike tennis, while Tjen aims to absorb pressure and turn defense into offense. If Sasnovich struggles with consistency, the younger player could make things very interesting.
Prediction: Tjen in 2
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