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Both of these women reached the final of their last event. While Halep lost to Elina Svitolina in Rome, Riske’s surprise run in Nuremberg was ended by Johanna Larsson. That may be all that the world’s No. 1-ranked and 70th-ranked women have in common, but it may be enough to make this a tricky encounter for Halep. She’s 2-0 against Riske, but the American took a set from her last fall. Most concerning for Halep could be the back injury she seemed to suffer in the Rome final. We’ll see if it has lingered, and if Riske has the confidence to take advantage of it. Winner: Halep
WATCH—Simona Halep's pre-tournament press conference at Roland Garros: