Day two at Wimbledon promises plenty of entertaining tennis with 32 matches on the slate. As ever, we here at LWOT will be offering our predictions for every match, including Elena Rybakina vs Lois Boisson, Madison Keys vs Kayla Day, Linda Noskova vs Ella Seiderl, Iga Swiatek vs Taylor Townsend, Elina Svitolina vs Daria Snigur, Serena Williams vs Maja Joint, and Alexandra Eala vs Renata Zarazua. But who will secure their spot in the round of 64?
Wimbledon Day 2 Predictions
Amanda Anisimova vs Lina Gjorcheska
Zain: Lina Gjorcheska showed a positive level during the qualifying rounds, and her reward is facing last year’s finalist Amanda Anisimova in the opening round of the main draw. Although Anisimova’s season so far has not been what many expected coming into the year, her level will still likely be too much for Gjorcheska as she kicks off her Wimbledon run with a comfortable win.
Prediction: Anisimova in 2
Ilemona: Anisimova has carried excellent form into Wimbledon, and her clean ball-striking is particularly effective on grass. Gjorcheska deserves credit for coming through qualifying, but Anisimova should be able to take control by consistently stepping inside the baseline.
Prediction: Anisimova in 2
Jordan: This is a very good draw for last year’s runner-up. Even if Anisimova is well below her best, she should have more than enough to come through this match and reach the second round.
Prediction: Anisimova in 2
Kimberly Birrell vs Alina Korneeva
Zain: This match will likely be dictated from the baseline, as Kimberly Birrell will look to use her groundstrokes to cause damage against the still inexperienced but highly talented Alina Korneeva. Korneeva, on the other hand, will look to take the racket out of the Australian’s hands as she relies on aggressive baselining. I expect this match to go the distance, and from there the more aggressive player to get a hard-fought victory.
Prediction: Korneeva in 3
Ilemona: Birrell has quietly become a dangerous grass-court player thanks to her compact strokes and reliable serve. Korneeva is one of the brightest young prospects in the game, but Birrell’s greater experience on the surface could prove decisive.
Prediction: Birrell in 3
Jordan: 19-year-old Korneeva was very impressive in the final round of qualifying. That sets her up against Birrell, who has decent experience but not a particularly imposing game. I like Korneeva’s chances of winning.
Prediction: Korneeva in 2
Karolina Pliskova vs Tereza Valentova
Zain: This all-Czech affair pits the experience of Karolina Pliskova against the talent of Tereza Valentova. Pliskova will look to use her big serve and forehand to cause damage, while Valentova will look to elongate the rallies and dictate play from the baseline. In this battle of experience versus youth, I think Valentova comes out on top in a confidence-inducing victory.
Prediction: Valentova in 3
Ilemona: Even after injury setbacks, Pliskova’s serve remains one of the biggest weapons on grass. Valentova has enormous potential, but Pliskova’s ability to earn free points should allow her to stay ahead on the scoreboard.
Prediction: Pliskova in 2
Jordan: Pliskova’s comeback at her age after so long out has been very impressive. Grass now suits the Czech’s game even more than it did in the past. I expect her to make the second round with a big-hitting display.
Prediction: Pliskova in 2
Liudmila Samsonova vs Polina Kudermetova
Zain: Both these players are highly aggressive from the baseline, and I expect this match to feature plenty of winners and unforced errors. Polina Kudermetova showed her aggressive best tennis during the qualifying rounds, while Liudmila Samsonova, who entered the main draw directly, has had quite an up-and-down season so far. In a match I expect to be decided by a few key moments, I believe Kudermetova should have the higher confidence, and that ultimately pays off as she reaches the second round.
Prediction: Kudermetova in 3
Ilemona: Samsonova has consistently produced some of her best tennis on grass, where her flat groundstrokes are especially effective. Kudermetova is improving steadily, but Samsonova’s power should help her dictate from the first ball.
Prediction: Samsonova in 2
Jordan: 2026 has been a dreadful year so far for Samsonova. If she performed near her best, she would undoubtedly overcome Kudermetova on grass. Currently, it is hard to back her against anyone.
Prediction: Kudermetova in 3
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