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April 24 2024, 12:07 · Adam Evans

Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto Preview & Prediction | 2024 Madrid Open | First Round

Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto Preview & Prediction | 2024 Madrid Open | First Round

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THE FACTS

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

When is Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto on and what time does it start? Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto will take place on Wednesday 24th April, 2023 – not before 12:30 (UK)

Where is Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto taking place? Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto will take place at Park Manzanares in Madrid, Spain

What surface is Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto being played on? Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto will take place on an outdoor clay court

Where can I get tickets for Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto

What channel is Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto on in the UK? Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto will be televised live on Sky Sports in the UK

Where can I stream Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Magda Linette vs Elisabetta Cocciaretto live on Sky Go

THE PREDICTION

32-year-old Magda Linette moved back up to world number 48 after finishing runner-up to Sloane Stephens at the Rouen Open last weekend, with victories over Arantxa Rus and Anhelina Kalinina particularly impressive in these conditions. The Pole was competitive against Stephens in a three-set defeat to suggest she can take the positives from a third final lost on the spin but Elisabetta Cocciaretto is a tough opening draw here in Madrid. The world number 54 has needed the likes of Victoria Azarenka and Caroline Garcia to oust her from her last two tournaments on clay but she claimed the Charleston Challenger on her favoured surface this time last month to start the swing well. Back Linette to earn a least a set on last week’s form but this is one of the tougher calls of the day, with Cocciaretto well capable of starting fast.

TIP: MAGDA LINETTE TO WIN A SET