Anna Blinkova vs Yuliia Starodubtseva Preview & Prediction | 2026 French Open | First Round
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Anna Blinkova faces Yuliia Starodubtseva in the first round of the 2026 French Open at Roland Garros Stadium in Paris.
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Venue: Roland Garros Stadium, Paris, France
Surface: Outdoor clay
How to watch on TV: UK – TNT Sports / USA – TNT Sports, TNT & truTV
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Anna Blinkova vs Yuliia Starodubtseva prediction
Yuliia Starodubtseva will hope her solid clay swing will make her a clear favourite against Anna Blinkova.
The Ukrainian reached the final in Charleston, the second round in Madrid and the last four at a Paris 125 to give her real confidence heading into her second career meeting with the Russian.
World number 99 Blinkova won their maiden tussle in straight sets at the 2025 US Open but has only managed three main draw wins this year.
Yuliia sits 45 places better off in the rankings and will feel her greater form can give her the edge.
Anna Blinkova vs Yuliia Starodubtseva tip: Yuliia Starodubtseva to win
