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May 9 2024, 13:56 · Adam Evans

Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | Second Round

Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | Second Round

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THE FACTS

What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000

When is Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian on and what time does it start? Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian will take place on Thursday 9th May, 2024 – not before 14:20 (UK)

Where is Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian taking place? Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy

What surface is Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian being played on? Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian will take place on an outdoor clay court

Where can I get tickets for Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian

What channel is Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian on in the UK? Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK

Where can I stream Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Elina Avanesyan vs Jaqueline Cristian live on Sky Go

THE PREDICTION

World number 68 Jaqueline Cristian has been in the form of her career so far in recent weeks, reaching the quarter-finals of the Charleston Open and the third round in Madrid last time out, but she fell as the top seed in qualifying this week in Rome. The 25-year-old should be able to react well with a vengeance on the second wind of a lucky loser, replacing the withdrawn Barbora Krejcikova whom she beat two weeks ago in Madrid, but world number 72 Elina Avenesyan came back from a set down to Cristina Bucsa in Wednesday to look ready for a battle. The 21-year-old has struggled for form since a brilliant run to third round of the Australian Open in January but she reached the round of 16 at Roland-Garros last summer to prove her credentials in these conditions, as well as her efficacy at prestigious events. Back Cristian to earn at least a set as she plays with house money here to leave the victor up to chance.

TIP: JAQUELINE CRISTINA TO WIN A SET