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May 10 2024, 09:46 · Adam Evans

Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | Second Round

Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | Second Round

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THE FACTS

What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000

When is Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova on and what time does it start? Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova will take place on Friday 10th May, 2024 – not before 10:00 (UK)

Where is Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova taking place? Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy

What surface is Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova being played on? Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova will take place on an outdoor clay court

Where can I get tickets for Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova

What channel is Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova on in the UK? Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK

Where can I stream Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Danielle Collins vs Anna Blinkova live on Sky Go

THE PREDICTION

World number 15 Danielle Collins has enjoyed some of the best tennis of her life in recent months, playing with the freedom and desire of a player who is calling time on her career, on her terms, at the end of the season. The 30-year-old won 14 games on the spin to lift her first Masters title on home soil at the Miami Open before tearing through the Charleston Open field but she fell to defending Madrid champion Aryna Sabalenka in the round of 16 last week. It remains to be seen how the American bounces back, having already exceeded expectations for the season, but world number 46 Anna Blinkova should not be underestimated here after blasting past Diane Parry on Wednesday. The 25-year-old has fluctuated wildly between huge upsets over the likes of Elena Rybakina with poor early exits to make this first tour-level encounter with Collins tougher than it should be, so back Collins to get back on the horse outright.

TIP: DANIELLE COLLINS TO WIN