Analysis for Zvonareva-Lisicki (WTA US Open)

Head-to-head record 0:0

Sabine Lisicki of Germany will face Vera Zvonareva for the third round spot at US Open.

Vera Zvonareva got easily past Zuzana Kucova but we think that Sabina can have chance here. Vera is a baseline counterpuncher with good offensive capabilities. She is known for her fitness and speed, owing to her excellent lateral movement, and can therefore outrun many opponents during rallies. Her groundstrokes are powerful and are usually hit very flat, with minimal topspin, though she herself admits that she can adjust her style of play to the court conditions when needed. Her best shot is her two-handed backhand. Zvonareva's primary weakness is her mental fragility, which costs her matches when she self-destructs. Recently, an ankle injury has prevented her from "pushing" her weight forward while serving, resulting in a large number of double faults. Sabine is hot German prospect with great potential, her form is not ideal and she is still waiting for her first „big win“ this year, we think that this match can be today’s clash. We think that anything above 5 is worth taking for us.