Paula Badosa defeated Jaqueline Cristian 6–2, 6–1 in the Round of 16 at the WTA 250 event in Merida on hard court, confirming her status as the heavy pre-match favourite with odds of 1.16 against Cristian's 5.92. The Spanish player's commanding performance saw her advance with minimal resistance, dropping only three games across two sets. Badosa's dominant display in Mexico suggests she remains a serious threat in the tournament's upper bracket as she targets a deep run.