Agnieszka Radwanska (2) vs. Flavia Pennetta (20)
My picks on the ATP draw at Indian Wells were hit or miss, but my WTA picks were downright awful. Most of the credit or blame goes to these two players. I did not predict them to win their semifinal matches. I thought Pennetta would lose in the quarterfinal round as well. Whatever I predict, expect the opposite to happen.
I am half tempted to take Pennetta. She is a tough veteran. She is obviously playing well. She has variety. I am picking Radwanska to win because she has incredible defensive skills that could drive a player crazy. I thought she might come through and win the Australian Open once Ivanovic defeated Serena Williams, but that was not to be. Will I be wrong in picking Radwanska again? Probably, but she is my pick.
Radwanska d. Pennetta 6-4, 6-2