Zeynep Sonmez vs Elina Svitolina Preview & Prediction | 2025 French Open | First Round

Zeynep Sonmez meets Elina Svitolina in the first round in Paris.

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Venue: Stade Roland Garros, Paris, France

Surface: Outdoor clay

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Zeynep Sonmez vs Elina Svitolina prediction

Elina Svitolina may well regard herself as a title contender going under the radar in Paris.

The Ukrainian followed up a title in Rouen with a semi-final charge in Madrid and a quarter-final run in Rome to make it 12 wins from 14 matches on clay so far.

The 13th seed’s first hurdle in the French capital is Turkish underdog Zeynep Sonmez with the world number 76 appearing in the main draw here for the second time. 

The 23-year-old Sonmez has struggled to make an impact beyond qualifying on the main tour this year and it’s unlikely she will trouble the efficient and in-form Mrs Monfils. 

Zeynep Sonmez vs Elina Svitolina tip: Elina Svitolina to win