Katie Boulter vs Eva Lys Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | First Round
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Katie Boulter meets Eva Lys in the first round 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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Katie Boulter vs Eva Lys prediction
Katie Boulter has shown signs of improvement on clay.
The Brit has often struggled on the surface in the past but a run to the last eight in Rouen as well as a win in Madrid will have buoyed her coming into Rome.
First up, the world number 60 takes on Eva Lys, who has yet to find her feet following a two-month lay-off after the Australian Open.
The German is down to 80 in the rankings and has the sort of so-so clay record that should give Katie hope.
The Brit’s power may not make as much impact in these conditions, so it may be tough and if Lys plays solid and moves well, it could be a slog.
Katie Boulter vs Eva Lys tip: Over 2.5 sets
