Karolina Pliskova Edges Out Ons Jabeur In Nottingham Open Quarter-Finals

Ons Jabeur faced Karolina Pliskova in a delayed quarter-final match, but it was the Czech player who emerged victorious. The match, initially postponed due to rain on Friday and Saturday, saw Pliskova secure her third semi-final of the season with a 7-6 (10-8), 7-6 (7-3), 7-5 win.

Pliskova narrowly won the first set in a tie-break before Jabeur responded with an equally impressive win in the second set. The third set was another closely contested battle, but Pliskova managed to secure a crucial break, setting up a semi-final clash with Diane Parry.

Meanwhile, Emma Raducanu advanced to her first semi-final since 2022 after receiving a walkover from Francesca Jones. However, her match against Katie Boulter was suspended due to rain after an intense first set that lasted 80 minutes.

In 's-Hertogenbosch, Bianca Andreescu will compete in the Libema Open final after defeating Dalma Galfi in straight sets, 6-4, 6-2. This victory marks Andreescu's first final appearance of the season.

Rolling back the years 2016 champ @KaPliskova defeats top seed Jabeur in three sets to reach the last four in Nottingham. #RothesayOpen pic.twitter.com/BSPMgPYsvL

— wta (@WTA) June 15, 2024

Data Debrief

Jabeur had seven break point opportunities during the quarter-final but converted only one, resulting in a 14 per cent conversion rate. In contrast, Pliskova converted two out of four break points. The Czech player also won 94 per cent of her service games (17/18), just one more than Jabeur. These fine margins were decisive in Nottingham.

The match statistics highlight how small differences can determine the outcome of high-stakes tennis matches. Both players demonstrated resilience and skill, but Pliskova's efficiency on crucial points made the difference.