Alexandra Eala vs Elena Rybakina Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | Third Round
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Alexandra Eala meets Elena Rybakina in the third round in the 2026 Italian Open at the Foro Italico.
Ranking points: WTA 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Foro Italico, Rome, Italy
Surface: Outdoor clay
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel
How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel
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Alexandra Eala vs Elena Rybakina prediction
Elena Rybakina demolished Maria Sakkari to reach the third round in Rome.
The Kazakhstani second seed swept to a 6-4 6-2 success over the Greek and will now face Alexandra Eala for the first time.
The world number 42 bagged a mini upset over 31st seed Xin Yu Wang but this may prove a bridge too far, with Rybakina’s relentless power and consistency sure to be decisive.
Alexandra Eala vs Elena Rybakina tip: Elena Rybakina to win 2-0
