The action is really picking up in Doha now that the WTA 1000 is moving deeper into the draw, with plenty of big names and exciting clashes on these quick hard courts. Day 4 brings a solid lineup of second-round matchups full of different playing styles and some history between the players, as everyone pushes to grab momentum heading into the later stages of the tournament. As always, we here at LWOT will be offering our predictions for every match on the schedule. But who will advance?

WTA Doha Day 4 Predictions
Varvara Gracheva vs Maria Sakkari

Head-to-Head: Sakkari 2–1 Gracheva

Sakkari has looked sharp on these fast hard courts already this week, taking out a top player in straight sets with clean, aggressive tennis. Gracheva brings steady defense and can extend rallies, but Sakkari’s heavier ball and experience in big hard-court matches should let her open up the court more effectively.
Prediction: Sakkari in 2

Karolina Pliskova vs Karolina Muchova

Head-to-Head: Muchova 2–1 Pliskova 

Muchova has started the tournament strongly with straightforward wins, showing the variety and movement that made her reach an Australian Open final on hard courts. Pliskova’s big serve is always dangerous here, but Muchova’s ability to mix pace, angles, and returns gives her tools to neutralize that power and build longer rallies.
Prediction: Muchova in 3

Ann Li vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto

Head-to-Head: Li 1–1 Cocciaretto 

Both women strike the ball cleanly from the baseline and have had solid results on hard courts in recent seasons. Li looked confident beating a strong opponent in the first round, using her flat shots to control points. Cocciaretto, though, has already shown this year she can fight back from tough sets and her sharper movement and aggression should help her dictate more of the important moments.
Prediction: Cocciaretto in 3

Iga Swiatek vs Daria Kasatkina

Head-to-Head: Swiatek 6–1 Kasatkina 

Swiatek has owned this matchup for years, using her relentless baseline pressure and court coverage to wear opponents down. Kasatkina is a smart, crafty player who can change directions well, but Swiatek’s superior power and consistency on hard courts have proven too much in their recent meetings.
Prediction: Swiatek in 2

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