In the Dubai WTA tournament, Iva Jovic expressed her nervousness about meeting Novak Djokovic, stating she is still somewhat anxious when talking to him, but also sharing that Djokovic inspires her both on and off the court. Meanwhile, in the first round of the same tournament, Jovic secured a hard-fought three-set victory over Rakhimova in a match characterized by momentum swings. On the tournament front, Day 2 predictions highlight several key matches. Notably, Jelena Ostapenko faces Anna Kalinskaya, who has a perfect head-to-head record against Ostapenko and is favored to win again. Leylah Fernandez aims for redemption against Janice Tjen after a recent loss, with predictions favoring Fernandez in three sets. Paula Badosa, struggling this season, is up against Katerina Siniakova in their first meeting, with Siniakova slightly favored. Amanda Anisimova, in good recent form, is predicted to beat Barbora Krejcikova in a competitive three-set match. The tournament also features insights from players about their performances and strategies, along with commentary on the influence of top players like Djokovic on emerging talents such as Jovic. The event continues to draw attention with exciting matches and expert predictions, promising entertainment and high-level tennis action.