Elise Mertens vs Mirra Andreeva Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | Round of 16
by Paul Hassall ·
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Elise Mertens meets Mirra Andreeva in the round of 16 in the 2026 Italian Open at the Foro Italico.
Ranking points: WTA 1000
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Venue: Foro Italico, Rome, Italy
Surface: Outdoor clay
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Elise Mertens vs Mirra Andreeva prediction
Mirra Andreeva shrugged off a mid-match dip to maintain her sizzling clay-court form in 2026.
The Russian eighth seed beat Viktorija Golubic 6-1 4-6 6-0 and will now face Elise Mertens for the first time.
The Belgian 21st seed disappointed the home crowd with a 4-6 7-6 6-3 triumph over defending champion Jasmine Paolini.
Mertens is very handy on this surface and it is likely to be close, but Andreeva has been so sharp and most rallies will be on her racquet.
Elise Mertens vs Mirra Andreeva tip: Over 2.5 sets
