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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000
When is Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka on and what time does it start? Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka will take place on Wednesday 15th May, 2024 – not before 12:00 (UK)
Where is Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka taking place? Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy
What surface is Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka being played on? Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka
What channel is Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka on in the UK? Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Jelena Ostapenko vs Aryna Sabalenka live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
World number two Aryna Sabalenka saved three match points to edge past Elina Svitolina in a late-night thriller on Monday, continuing in a similar vein to her runner-up finish at the Madrid Open. The 25-year-old was just edged out by world number one Iga Swiatek in the deciding tiebreak of a modern classic in Madrid, perhaps foreshadowing another showdown this weekend ahead of a hotly-contested Roland-Garros, and she should be able to avoid an upset here.
World number 10 Jelena Ostapenko won Roland-Garros at 20 years old back in 2017 but it is arguable that she is at her best on the faster surfaces. The 26-year-old came back from a set down to end qualifier Rebecca Sramkova’s dream run on Monday, backing up an excellent win over in-form clay specialist Sara Sorribes Tormo, but this looks too steep of a test. Expect short points and plenty of aggro between two of the hardest hitters on the WTA tour but Sabalenka has that extra ounce of poise and precision about her groundstrokes that sees her lead 2-0 in their head-to-head. Back the Belarussian to reach the semi-finals.
TIP: ARYNA SABALENKA TO WIN