Coco Gauff vs Iva Jovic Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | Round of 16

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Coco Gauff meets Iva Jovic in the round of 16 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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Coco Gauff vs Iva Jovic prediction

It is not an exaggeration to suggest it will be a hugely anticipated showdown when Coco Gauff meets Iva Jovic for the first time in Rome.

The all-American clash pits the third seed against her rapidly rising compatriot and also has some major bragging rights on the line. 

Gauff had to work hard before pulling clear in a 5-7 6-0 6-4 win over Solana Sierra while Jovic eased to a 7-5 6-2 triumph over another American in the shape of Taylor Townsend.

No-one has more resilience that Coco and she may need it here with Jovic likely to pose a major threat to the reigning French Open champion. 

The upset is a very real consideration but backing a large number of games or a third set may be more savvy. 

Coco Gauff vs Iva Jovic tip: Over 2.5 sets