Ann Li vs Kimberly Birrell Preview & Prediction | 2026 Nottingham Open | First Round

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Ann Li takes on Kimberly Birrell in the first round of the 2026 Nottingham Open at the Nottingham Tennis Centre

Ranking points: WTA 250

Start date/time: 16 June 2026 at 11:00 am

Venue: Nottingham Tennis Centre, Nottingham, England

Surface: Outdoor grass

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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Ann Li vs Kimberly Birrell prediction

Ann Li is operating at a career high but could be under threat in Nottingham.

The fifth seed sits just inside the top 30 but has little grass pedigree and features for the first time on the surface this year.

World number 74 Kimberly Birrell has had some success on the surface in the past and has already got a match under her belt on the turf, which could work in her favour. 

The odds will heavily favour Li and given the circumstances and timing, we feel it’s worth a punt on Birrell pulling off the upset or at least pushing it three. 

Ann Li vs Kimberly Birrell tip: Over 2.5 sets