Diana Shnaider vs Maria Sakkari Prediction and Odds: Australian Open 2023

A place in the third round of the Australian Open is up for grabs as Diana Shnaider and Maria Sakkari lock horns on Wednesday. Which of these players will come out on top at the end of this match?

The odds in this article were correct at the time of writing, and odds are subject to change. We recommend checking with the bookmaker before placing the bet.

Diana Shnaider vs Maria Sakkari – Match Predictions

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Maria Sakkari to Win in Straight Sets

We would like to point out that Diana Shnaider doesn’t have a lot of experience on the WTA Tour. As a matter of fact, she was playing the Australian Open juniors by this time last year, where she reached the quarterfinals. In contrast, Maria Sakkari is a top 10 player with a lot of experience on the WTA Tour. Furthermore, Sakkari has seven wins in her last eight matches across singles and mixed doubles. Considering her opponent’s lack of experience, we think Sakkari will take this in straight sets.

Diana Shnaider +5.5 Games

Although we are predicting a straight sets victory for Maria Sakkari, we believe this match will be closer than the odds suggest. Diana Shnaider has put up some impressive results over the past few days; she has won four in a row, in straight sets, including the qualifying rounds. That said, Shnaider should keep this match close enough to cover +5.5 games.

Diana Shnaider vs Maria Sakkari Preview

As these players square off against each other, how have they fared in recent weeks?

Diana Shnaider

Diana Shnaider had to go through the qualifying rounds in order to reach the main tournament. She effortlessly dispatched all her opponents in straight sets, including Kristina Kucova in her round 1 match. Interestingly, this is the 18 year old’s first outing in a grand slam; she’ll hope to continue her winning streak as she takes on Maria Sakkari.

Maria Sakkari

Maria Sakkari didn’t have too much trouble defeating Yue Yuan in the first round; she broke her opponent five times en route to a 6-1, 6-4 victory. Interestingly, Sakkari won four of her last five singles matches in straight sets; she’ll set her sights on a place in the third round of this tournament.

Diana Shnaider vs Maria Sakkari Head to Head

This will be the first clash between these players, which is not surprising because Diana Shnaider is only 18, and she just recently turned pro.

• What are the odds on these players? Diana Shnaider 17/5 (4.40)Maria Sakkari 1/5 (1.20)
• On which surface will this match be played? The match will be played on outdoor hard court
• Where can I watch AO 2023 in UK? All Australian Open matches will be broadcast live on Eurosport, you can also live stream this match on Discovery +.