The Deft Volleys/The S-Thread #1 For 9/7/12: 2012 US Open- Women's Semifinal Day

The last two hard court matches Azarenka-Sharapova have played
The keys to Azarenka-Sharapova 
Overall key: Sharapova must hope that Azarenka is at least on B- level while playing her best, It is the only way she can defeat Azarenka today.

For Sharapova-
1) The serve is everything, must serve like Serena today.
2) When stretch to the forehand side, must try to get something back
3) Hold your nerve, the pressure is at its highest.
4) Show a gameplan, another game plan. Be willing to adjust and not be scared

For Azarenka
1) The serve is key of course. No double faults, hit your spots
2) Hit hard to the forehand, hit away from the strike zone on the backhand as always
3) Show your all court versatility, be great transitioning today
4) You are the better player, and prove it again.

Prediction: Azarenka is just as good a fighter and much better at being calm. She is also more versatile despite not having the height and power that Sharapova has. The Belorussian in 2 sets.  

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