We have an absolute blockbuster on our hands in this WTA quarter-final clash between Belinda Bencic and Coco Gauff! Set to get underway on Wednesday, 12 Aug at 12:05 pm AEST, both players bring serious momentum into this fixture. If you are searching for expert tennis tips ahead of this high-stakes contest, the numbers say this matchup is primed to deliver elite quality right from the opening serve.

Both contenders have been locked in, putting together identical three-match winning streaks heading into this quarter-final. With a spot in the semi-finals on the line, neither star will give an inch in what shapes up as a rapid-fire battle.

Head to head: Gauff's top-four ranking jumps off the page

When looking at the ladder standings, Coco Gauff's rank 4 position immediately jumps off the page. Boasting 5,649 points on the board, Gauff has established herself as an elite performer this season. Her opponent Belinda Bencic sits 14th on the ladder with 2,845 points, giving Gauff the statistical edge in overall season standings.

In terms of recent outings, both players are flying. Gauff comes off a win against Alina Korneeva on 10 Aug, having previously dispatched Maria Sakkari on 8 Aug and won her opening match on 6 Aug. Bencic is also coming off a win against Alexandra Eala on 10 Aug, following victories against Taylor Townsend on 8 Aug and her first-round opponent on 6 Aug.

On the head-to-head board, Gauff leads as the 1.60 favourite, while Bencic is priced at 2.35. Gauff's higher ranking and clinical execution give her a big tick to take out the win.

Head to HeadOdds correct as at 8:12 am AEST. Odds can change.
Belinda Bencic2.45Our tipCoco Gauff1.56
Big tickOur tip: Coco Gauff. Gauff holds the rank 4 spot on the ladder and comes in off three straight victories, giving her a major matchup edge.

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Set Handicap: Bencic brings set-winning consistency

The set handicap line is set at 1.5 sets for this contest. Bencic gets a +1.5 sets start at 1.50, while Gauff lays -1.5 sets at 2.45.

Bencic has been extremely resilient across her three consecutive victories, including a tough three-set win against Taylor Townsend on 8 Aug. Because Bencic is playing confident tennis and fighting hard, covering the +1.5 set handicap rates a real chance against her higher-ranked opponent.

SetsOdds correct as at 8:12 am AEST. Odds can change.
Our tipBelinda Bencic +1.51.55Coco Gauff -1.52.35
Solid tickOur tip: Belinda Bencic +1.5. Bencic is coming off three straight wins and rates a real chance to grab at least one set in this quarter-final.

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Total Games: Expect a tightly contested duel

The total games line is set at 21.5 games, with the Over priced at 1.85 and the Under sitting at 1.95.

With both players carrying undefeated three-match runs into this quarter-final, the numbers say we could be in for an extended battle. Bencic's recent form features tight set battles, meaning an Over selection on 21.5 games gets a big tick for punters expecting a marathon match.

GamesOdds correct as at 8:12 am AEST. Odds can change.
Our tipOver 21.51.85Under 21.51.95
Solid tickOur tip: Over 21.5. Both players arrive in winning form, setting up a competitive contest that could easily go over the 21.5 games line.

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