Prediction: winner in wuhan!
Putintseva defeated Sonmez in three sets at the 2026 Australian Open, winning 6–3, 6–7, 6–3. She has also advanced to the Wuhan Open main draw after beating Ashlyn Krueger 6–3, 6–3 in qualifying.
Match: Putintseva vs Sonmez
League / Competition: WTA Tour
Our Pick: Putintseva to win!
Odds: 1.88
Market: Match Winner
Analyst Confidence: 5/5
Putintseva enters this Wuhan Open matchup with a useful psychological advantage after defeating Sonmez in a hard-fought three-set battle at the Australian Open earlier this year. She also showed good form in qualifying, beating Ashlyn Krueger in straight sets to secure her place in the main draw.
Sonmez is a dangerous opponent and has enjoyed some strong results in 2026, so this is unlikely to be an easy match. However, Putintseva’s previous head-to-head victory and solid qualifying performance give her a narrow edge. Backing the Kazakh to win is a reasonable selection, although confidence should remain measured.🎾✅