Panna Udvardy vs Kimberly Birrell Preview & Prediction | 2026 Madrid Open | First Round
by Alex Meechan ·
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The first-round of the Madrid Open sees Panna Udvardy take on Kimberly Birrell.
Ranking points: WTA 1000
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Venue: Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain
Surface: Outdoor clay
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Panna Udvardy vs Kimberly Birrell prediction
Panna Udvardy only enters the draw in Madrid as a lucky loser, having lost to Tyra Caterina Grant in her final qualifying match, despite winning the first set. Nevertheless, it’s been a landmark last few weeks for the Hungarian as she progressed to her first WTA final in Bogota at the start of the month, which saw her reach her highest ranking of 71 in the world.
She faces Kimberly Birrell. The Australian was consistent at the start of the year, advancing to two quarter-finals in Adelaide and Austin. However, Birrell has competed in just one match since her first-round exit in Miami over a month ago. That was in the Billie Jean King Cup, and she lost her singles match against Harriet Dart of Great Britain despite going a set up.
Udvardy has far more matches on clay in recent weeks compared to Birrell, who does not have a particularly strong record on the surface. The Hungarian has an opportunity here.
Panna Udvardy vs Kimberly Birrell tip: Panna Udvardy to win
