Veronika Erjavec vs Elena Rybakina Preview & Prediction | 2026 French Open | First Round
Elena Rybakina begins her quest for a third Grand Slam title against Veronika Erjavec.
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Venue: Roland Garros Stadium, Paris, France
Surface: Outdoor clay
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Veronika Erjavec vs Elena Rybakina prediction
Veronika Erjavec attempted to qualify for the Italian Open last time out, losing in the second stage. She did fare better at her previous event, reaching the final in Huzhou on the ITF circuit before falling to defeat to Katarzyna Kawa. She has shown herself to be a tough player to beat at lower-level events, but she is yet to register a victory on the WTA this year.
Her first-round opponent is world number two Elena Rybakina. The two-time Grand Slam champion does have a title on the surface in 2026 after her win in Stuttgart last month. Shen the competed in Madrid, losing in the round-of-16 to Anastasia Potapova, before a quarter-final defeat to Elina Svitolina after winning the first set. Rybakina has never advanced beyond the last eight at Roland Garros.
She is still regarded as one of the favourites for the title in Paris, and she is the overwhelming favourite to win this one in straight sets.
Veronika Erjavec vs Elena Rybakina tip: Under 19.5 games
