Paula Badosa vs Julia Grabher Preview & Prediction | 2026 Madrid Open | First Round
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Paula Badosa begins her Madrid Open campaign against Julia Grabher.
Ranking points: WTA 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain
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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Paula Badosa vs Julia Grabher prediction
Paula Badosa’s frustrating season continued in Stuttgart last week, as she was on the end of a first-round defeat to Eva Lys. The former world number two made a fast start and looked to be on course for a comfortable win after taking the first set and going a break up in the second, but Lys mounted a strong comeback to win in three sets. The Spaniard has struggled with consistent injuries in recent times, but she has been able to compete on a regular basis over the last month or so. Badosa’s best result here was a semi-final appearance in 2021.
Her opponent in the first-round is Julia Grabher. The 29-year-old has struggled for form this season, having failed to go beyond the second-round of any event that she’s competed in so far.
Badosa will receive strong support from a home crowd in this opening match, and if she is fit and firing, she has more than enough quality to get through to the next round.
Paula Badosa vs Julia Grabher tip: Paula Badosa to win 2-0
