Talia Gibson vs Sinja Kraus Preview & Prediction | 2026 Japan Women’s Open | Round of 16

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Talia Gibson meets Sinja Kraus in the round of 16 at the 2026 Japan Women’s Open at the Utsubo Tennis Center in Osaka, Japan.

Ranking points: WTA 250

Start date/time: 21 October 2026 at 3:00 am

Venue: Utsubo Tennis Center, Osaka, Japan

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

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Talia Gibson vs Sinja Kraus prediction

Talia Gibson came up trumps in the key moments to see off Harriet Dart in Osaka.

The Aussie find an extra gear at the end of both sets to claim a 7-5 7-6 victory over the Brit.

The fourth seed will now tackle Sinja Kraus, who progressed when Cary McNally retired trailing 4-6 1-3.

This will be their first meeting and while Talia sits over 30 places better off in the rankings, it could well be close.

Kraus has developed a winning habit of late while Gibson form has also been excellent, so it may small margins that decide it.

Talia Gibson vs Sinja Kraus tip: Over 20.5 games