{"id":107630,"date":"2026-06-29T10:44:55","date_gmt":"2026-06-29T14:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/tennis\/?p=107630"},"modified":"2026-06-29T12:15:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T16:15:17","slug":"wimbledon-day-2-predictions-williams-joint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/tennis\/2026\/06\/29\/wimbledon-day-2-predictions-williams-joint\/","title":{"rendered":"Wimbledon Day 2 Women\u2019s Predictions Including Serena Williams vs Maya Joint"},"content":{"rendered":"

After an entertaining first day at Wimbledon, there should be plenty of exciting on day two with a certain superstar making an unexpected return to the action. As ever, we here at LWOT will be offering our predictions for every match on the slate, including Elena Rybakina vs Lois Boisson<\/a>, Madison Keys vs Kayla Day<\/a>, Iga Swiatek vs Taylor Townsend<\/a>, Elina Svitolina vs Daria Snigur<\/a>, Linda Noskova vs Ella Seiderl<\/a>, Amanda Anisimova vs Lina Gjorcheska<\/a>, and Alexandra Eala vs Renata Zarazua<\/a>. But who will advance?<\/p>\n

Wimbledon Day 2 Predictions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Serena Williams vs Maya Joint<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Zain: Serena Williams<\/a> is actually back. Maya Joint, on her day, is a very capable counterpuncher and the type of opponent that can do well against this version of Williams, but she is quite a bit short on confidence. Up against the entire stadium and a legendary player, who is to say yet another legendary moment doesn\u2019t happen for Williams?<\/p>\n

Prediction: Williams in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Ilemona: Williams returns to Wimbledon, where she has enjoyed so much success, but this is a very different challenge after several years away from singles competition. Joint has already shown she can compete at tour level with her aggressive baseline game, yet Williams\u2019 experience on grass and ability to produce on the biggest stages could help her find the level required in the key moments.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Serena in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Jordan: This will be a serious test of where the tennis legend is physically. Joint usually extends the rallies in her matches, and likely will again here. I expect Williams to be competitive in front of a supportive crowd, but to fall short.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Joint in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Nurein: It\u2019s the most anticipated first-round match at this year\u2019s Wimbledon. Joint has struggled badly in recent months, with just one win since January. If Serena\u2019s serve is clicking, I reckon her experience and first-strike tennis should carry her through a tight win.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Williams in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

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Iryna Shymanovich vs Viktorija Golubic<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Zain: Iryna Shymanovich did show some great tennis to make it to the main draw from qualifying, using her aggressive baseline game. But it is quite likely that her run has run its course here against Viktorija Golubic, as the Swiss has shown in the lead-up to Wimbledon that she can play very well on grass.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Golubic in 2<\/em><\/p>\n

Ilemona: Golubic remains one of the craftiest players on grass, using her slice backhand and variety to disrupt opponents\u2019 rhythm. Shymanovich has worked hard to earn her place in the main draw, but Golubic\u2019s comfort on this surface should allow her to dictate play more often than not.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Golubic in 2<\/em><\/p>\n

Jordan: Shymanovich fought through an epic final qualifying match to reach this point. That gives her momentum, but I think the experienced and crafty Golubic will beat her here. The Swiss player\u2019s variety should suit her in this matchup.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Golubic in 2<\/em><\/p>\n

Nurein: Golubic’s slice is a shot that is so soothing to the eye during the grass-court swing. Her low skidding shots become even more effective here at Wimbledon. I\u00a0 expect her experience to wear Shymanovich down over two sets.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Golubic in 2<\/em><\/p>\n

Camila Osorio vs Simona Waltert<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Zain: This match will be decided by which player has the more effective day from the baseline, as Simona Waltert is a counterpuncher, while Camila Osorio likes to grind out matches, with both players preferring slower surfaces. I think Waltert has the slightly better serve, which on this surface can prove to be the difference.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Waltert in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Ilemona: Osorio\u2019s fighting spirit always keeps her in matches, but grass has never been her strongest surface. Waltert has quietly developed into a capable grass-court player, and her flatter groundstrokes should help her take time away from the Colombian.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Waltert in 2<\/em><\/p>\n

Jordan: Osorio is undoubtedly the mentally stronger of these two women. However, grass naturally suits her game the least, offering Waltert an opportunity. I\u2019ll back the Colombian without much confidence.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Osorio in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Nurein: It\u2019s tough to gauge who is in better shape going into this first round match. Both women lost at the first hurdle in their only warm-up tournament before Wimbledon. But Waltert has the tools to play quicker points on faster surfaces. Maybe that could be decisive here.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Waltert in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

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Sinja Kraus vs Oksana Selekhmeteva<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Zain: These players have faced off against each other multiple times, and each time it has been a three-set battle. Expect nothing less here, as Oksana Selekhmeteva\u2019s topspin causes some issues for Sinja Kraus once again, but ultimately the Austrian problem-solves her way to a well-earned victory.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Kraus in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Ilemona: Both players arrive with solid form from the ITF and Challenger circuits, making this one of the tighter first-round contests. Selekhmeteva has shown slightly more consistency against higher-ranked opposition this season, and her ability to redirect pace could prove decisive over three sets.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Selekhmeteva in 3<\/em><\/p>\n

Jordan: Expect plenty of lengthy rallies in this match, and it likely will not be a pretty affair. Kraus is slightly more likely to stay focused in that type of match.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Kraus in 2<\/em><\/p>\n

Nurein: After two unsuccessful qualifying attempts, Kraus earns a direct spot in the main draw this year after breaking into the top 100. She sits just two spots below Selekhmeteva, but she\u2019s outperformed the Russian for most of this season and holds a 2-1 head-to-head advantage.<\/p>\n

Prediction: Kraus in 3 <\/em><\/p>\n

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