Karolina Pliskova vs Anastasia Zakharova Preview & Prediction | 2026 Transylvania Open | First Round
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Former world number one Karolina Pliskova takes on Anastasia Zakharova in Cluj-Napoca.
Ranking points: WTA 250
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Venue: BT Arena, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Surface: Indoor hard
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel
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Karolina Pliskova vs Anastasia Zakharova prediction
Karolina Pliskova won two matches on the spin for the first time in 18 months at the Australian Open as she reached the third-round. The former world number one, who has struggled with injuries during that time, defeated Sloane Stephens in the first-round, before following that up with another straight sets win over Janice Tjen. Her run would end against defending champion Madison Keys, but Pliskova now has a platform as she aims for a consistent run during the next few months of 2026.
Anastasia Zakharova’s time in Melbourne was more short-lived, as she was defeated in emphatic fashion by Jessica Pegula in round one. This follows an early exit in Brisbane for the Mexican, as she was defeated in the first qualifying stage by Olivia Gadecki. She is still without a win this season, and has her work cut out against Pliskova.
The Czech will take confidence from her recent performances and is the favourite to advance to the next round.
Karolina Pliskova vs Anastasia Zakharova tip: Karolina Pliskova to win
