Hong Kong Open 2024: Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera preview, head-to-head, prediction and pick

Match Details

Fixture: Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera

Date: November 1, 2024

Tournament: Hong Kong Open 2024

Round: Quarterfinals

Venue: Hong Kong, China

Category: WTA 250

Surface: Hard (Outdoor)

Prize Money: $267,082

Live Telecast: USA - Tennis Channel | Canada - TSN

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Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera preview

Fernandez in action at the Hong Kong Tennis Open (Image via Getty)

Third seed Leylah Fernandez will take on Bernarda Pera in the quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Open on Friday.

Fernandez has had a hot and cold season this year, having amassed 30 wins from 53 matches, including a runner-up finish in the Eastbourne International. She also reached the quarterfinals of the Cincinnati Open and the Japan Women's Open, where she lost to Jessica Pegula and Zheng Qinwen, respectively.

The Canadian started her campaign in Hong Kong by cruising past Heather Watson in the first round. She then outsmarted Kimberly Birrell in the second, 6-1, 6-2. Fernandez will fancy her chances to make a significant impact in the Hong Kong Open this year.

Pera prepares to serve in the Hong Kong Tennis Open (Image via Getty)

Bernarda Pera, meanwhile, has had a mediocre season on the women's tour. She reached the quartrefinals of the Guangzhou Open this month, which has been her best result so far. She also recorded a third round appearance in the Wimbledon Championships, where she lost to Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets.

The American started her campaign in Hong Kong by breezing past Sara Saito and Shi Han in the first two rounds. She defeated the Chinese qualifier Han in exactly one hour, 6-0, 6-4. Pera will be eager to present a stern challenge to Fernandez next.

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Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera head-to-head

Fernandez leads the head-to-head against Pera 2-0. She defeated the American most recently in the Dubai Tennis Championships.

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Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera odds

Player Name	Moneyline	Handicap Bets	Total Games
Leylah Fernandez
Bernarda Pera

Odds will be updated when available.

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Leylah Fernandez vs Bernarda Pera prediction

Fernandez at the 2024 Wuhan Open - Day 6(Image via Getty)

After a season filled with ups and downs, Leylah Fernandez is on course to finish on a positive note. The Canadian has chalked up her second quarterfinal appearance this month and is now three wins away from winning the Hong Kong Open. She won 80% of her first serve points in the last match and saved all break points against Birrell.

Pera, on the other hand, has also registered back-to-back quarterfinal runs on tour. She put up a dominant serving performance in the last match by winning 89% of her first serve points. The American will need to bring the same energy against Fernandez and make a strong start in the quarterfinals.

Considering their results this year and skill-set on hardcourts, Fernandez will be a slight favorite to come out on top. The Canadian has shown vulnerability against tricky opponents in the past, but shouldn't have too many problems getting past Pera in the quarterfinals. She should be able to showcase her potent all-around game and enter the last four in Hong Kong.

Pick: Fernandez to win in straight sets.