Zeynep Sonmez vs Jennifer Ruggeri Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | First Round
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Zeynep Sonmez meets Jennifer Ruggeri in the first round in the 2026 Italian Open at the Foro Italico.
Ranking points: WTA 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Foro Italico, Rome, Italy
Surface: Outdoor clay
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel
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Zeynep Sonmez vs Jennifer Ruggeri prediction
Zeynep Sonmez will look to continue her push to crack the top 50 in Rome.
The Turkish star is up to a career high of 65 and will fancy her chances against Italian wildcard Jennifer Ruggeri.
The 22-year-old world number 265 has very little experience on the main tour but has clocked up decent results on the dirt at a lower tier.
The unknown could be a factor, but Sonmez is solid on clay too and should have too much class despite the underdog’s support from the fans.
Zeynep Sonmez vs Jennifer Ruggeri tip: Zeynep Sonmez to win 2-0
