Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette Preview & Prediction | 2024 Italian Open | First Round
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THE FACTS
What is this tournament classed as in terms of ranking points? WTA 1000
When is Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette on and what time does it start? Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette will take place on Wednesday 8th May, 2024 – not before 12:40 (UK)
Where is Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette taking place? Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette will take place at Foro Italico in Rome, Italy
What surface is Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette being played on? Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette will take place on an outdoor clay court
Where can I get tickets for Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette
What channel is Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette on in the UK? Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK
Where can I stream Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Lin Zhu vs Magda Linette live on Sky Go
THE PREDICTION
World number 51 Magda Linette is enjoying one of her stronger moments on tour since this time last season, finishing runner-up to Sloane Stephens in three sets at the Rouen Open three weeks ago before an impressive three-set exit to eventual runner-up Aryna Sabalenka in the second round of Madrid. The 32-year-old brings a 7-3 record on clay into the Italian Open to loom the solid favourite against world number 57 Lin Zhu, who was beaten by teenager wildcard Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva in straight sets at this stage of Madrid two weeks ago. The 30-year-old should be able to get back on her feet soon but she has struggled to find any sort of rhythm since defeat to Diana Shnaider in the Hua Hin Championships final, where she has been defending her maiden WTA title claimed in 2023. Zhu leads their head-to-head 2-0 but back Linette to maintain her level on clay to get one back.
TIP: MAGDA LINETTE TO WIN
