Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa 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 Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa on and what time does it start? Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa will take place on Thursday 9th May, 2024 – not before 17:20 (UK)
Where is Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa taking place? Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy
What surface is Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa being played on? Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa
What channel is Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa on in the UK? Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Emma Navarro vs Paula Badosa live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
Former world number two Paula Badosa conceded just five games to an out-of-sorts Mirra Andreeva on Tuesday, putting in an encouraging display to bounce back from a poor first round exit in Madrid. The 26-year-old is probably at her most effective on clay when fit, although she was a threat anywhere during her peak years between 2020 and 2022, and she proved that with a brief spell this time last season before Jelena Ostapenko ousted her from the quarter-finals in Rome.
World number 22 Emma Navarro has so far looked at her best on the faster surfaces, enjoying a brilliant rise up the rankings from the grass swing last summer through to reaching the quarter-finals at Indian Wells in March, but a 2-2 record on clay so far this swing suggests Badosa is the favourite if she can play. Always leave the Spaniard’s matches out of accumulators as she continues to battle her body but otherwise take her to win this first encounter with top 10 quality in these conditions simmering just under the surface.
TIP: PAULA BADOSA TO WIN
