The opening round of the WTA Mutua Madrid Open features a mix of rising talents and established names, with several intriguing matchups that could go either way. From Emma Raducanu’s return to clay against an in-form Suzan Lamens to the youthful battle between Moyuka Uchijima and Robin Montgomery, the stage is set for a compelling start. With players like Eva Lys and Linda Fruhvirtova also facing early tests, expect plenty of drama as the main draw gets underway. Who will make it round two?
WTA Madrid Day 2 Predictions
Yulia Starodubtseva vs Linda Fruhvirtova
Head-to-Head: first meeting
Yuliia Starodubtseva and Linda Fruhvirtova meet in Madrid for the first time, both aiming to gain momentum on clay. Starodubtseva has had mixed results this season, including a recent three-set qualifying win over Elsa Jacquemot. Fruhvirtova, though more experienced at the WTA level, has had a modest start to her clay campaign, with a 2–2 record on the surface in 2025. This match could be closely contested, with Starodubtseva’s success in qualifying potentially giving her a slight edge.
Prediction: Staroudubtseva in 3
Moyuka Uchijima vs Robin Montgomery
Head-to-Head: first meeting
Moyuka Uchijima comes into Madrid with confidence after a gritty run to the Rouen quarterfinals, including a stunning comeback win over Lois Boisson. Robin Montgomery has shown promise but is still finding her footing on clay. If Uchijima maintains her recent form, she could edge this first-time meeting.
Prediction: Uchijima in 2
Eva Lys vs Teodora Kostovic
Head-to-Head: first meeting
Eva Lys brings Tour-level experience to this first-round clash but is coming off an early exit in Stuttgart. Teodora Kostovic, just 17, impressed in qualifying and carries momentum into her Madrid main-draw debut. If Lys struggles to find rhythm early, Kostovic could capitalize and pull off an upset.
Prediction: Kostovic in 3
Suzan Lamens vs Emma Raducanu
Head-to-Head: first meeting
Emma Raducanu opens her clay season in Madrid against Suzan Lamens in their first-ever meeting. While Raducanu has limited success on clay, she brings Tour-level experience and recent momentum from a strong Miami run. Lamens, fresh off a semifinal showing in Rouen, is in good clay-court form and could test Raducanu early. Still, if Raducanu finds her rhythm, she should have the edge.
Prediction: Raducanu in 3
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