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This match means nothing to Pironkova, she lost both previous matches in two sets and has no chance to get to the semifinal here. For Suarez, on the other hand, the only thing playing is a two set victory, in a situation somewhat similar to the one from Halep - Ivanović in Singapore. The latter also needed a two set victory, Halep put up a fair resistance, won a set, but Ivanović did win in the end. After the first round I said Pironkova is out of her depth here after she lost to Cibulkova, Petković beat her in two sets and I believe Suarez will too. Petković is more of a straight player compared to Cibulkova and Suarez, and Pironkova did play a bit better, but I believe we're in for another one of her torture sessions on court, and there are plenty of reasons why. First of all, she's hardly motivated here after two defeats, regardless of the home crowd. She also allows a lot on her serve here (an average of 14 break points in her first two matches), she moves poorly and has trouble focusing (her nerves), and particularly struggles with unforced errors from both sides. Suarez can get her off balance with her spins and corner shots. She fumbled against Petković, and I believe she learned her lesson about being passive as well. The Spaniard is a favorite here and the odds are dropping, as expected, but still have value in my opinion.