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Polina Kudermetova vs Maria Sakkari Preview & Prediction | 2026 Athens Open | First Round

by Paul Hassall ·
Polina Kudermetova vs Maria Sakkari Preview & Prediction | 2026 Athens Open | First Round
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Polina Kudermetova meets Maria Sakkari in the first round of the 2026 Athens Open at the Athens Olympic Centre in Greece.

Ranking points: WTA 250

Start date/time:

Venue: Athens Olympic Tennis Centre, Athens, Greece

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – Tennis Channel

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Polina Kudermetova vs Maria Sakkari ticket information

Polina Kudermetova vs Maria Sakkari prediction

Maria Sakkari will be highly motivated to make a strong impression on home turf.

The Greek will take on Polina Kudermetova for the first time and is highly productive on hardcourts.

The world number 113 has struggled for tour-level wins this year and when you factor in this being a home tournament, the rankings difference and overall form, it’s hard to go against the fourth seed here. 

Polina Kudermetova vs Maria Sakkari tip: Maria Sakkari to win

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