Sofia Kenin vs Ekaterina Alexandrova Preview & Prediction | 2026 Brisbane International | Second Round

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Ekaterina Alexandrova begins her season in Brisbane against Sofia Kenin.

Ranking points: WTA 500

Start date/time: 6 January 2026 at 3:20 am

Venue: Queensland Tennis Centre, Brisbane, Australia

Surface: Outdoor hard

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

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

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Sofia Kenin vs Ekaterina Alexandrova ticket information

Sofia Kenin vs Ekaterina Alexandrova prediction

Sofia Kenin began her season with a victory after defeating Elena Gabriela Ruse in the first-round. She made a poor start, going 4-1 down, but reeled off five games in a row to take the first set. She was broken at the end of the second but made a stunning start in the decider, going a double break up. Despite relinquishing one of those breaks, she would come through to win 6-4 4-6 6-3.

Ekaterina Alexandrova is her second-round opponent. The Russian enjoyed her best season on tour in 2025 and begins this campaign at her highest ranking of 10 in the world. She won a title in Linz and made a further three finals. Furthermore, she reached a WTA 1000 semi-final in Doha.

Alexandrova is the clear favourite, but Kenin can be a dangerous player and a tough opponent for anyone on her day. The Russian will need to start well but should be able to make it into the round-of-16.

Sofia Kenin vs Ekaterina Alexandrova tip: Ekaterina Alexandrova to win