The semifinals are set at the WTA Prudential Hong Kong Tennis Open, and it’s a brilliant lineup with three of the top five seeds reaching the last four. Former champion Leylah Fernandez is the favourite to once again lift the title, but has to deal with her talented compatriot first. As always, we at LWOT will offer predictions for both matches. But who will advance to the finals?

WTA Hong Kong Semifinal Predictions

Maya Joint vs Cristina Bucsa

Head-to-Head : first meeting

It has been a remarkable season for the 19-year-old Maya Joint, and she has the chance to make it even better. Joint defeated Himeno Sakatsume in a closely fought match and will play in her fifth semifinal of the season. One more win, and she will make her top-30 debut next week. Cristina Bucsa got a walkover in her

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