Petra Kvitova (6) vs. Sorana Cirstea

A lot of first round matches featuring seeded players lack a level of intrigue.  To be sure, Kvitova has more weapons and should win this match.  Still, Sorona Cirstea is a talented player who can push Kvitova.  If the courts play slower than Kvitova would like, an upset could happen.  Score pressure and not being into a specific event can lower a seed’s level of play.

Your @PorscheTennis Grand Prix champion, @Petra_Kvitova!

The Czech becomes the first player on the season to win two titles with a 6-3, 7-6(2) win over Anett Kontaveit pic.twitter.com/sd7VqeR70h

— WTA (@WTA) April 28, 2019

For Kvitova to win, she will need to be patient and allow her greater array of shots to generate a lead over time.  For Cirstea to win, she will need to keep the match close and let the scoreboard and seeding place pressure on Kvitova’s shoulders.