Jasmine Paolini vs Elina Svitolina Tips

The Ukrainian beat Paolini in a final set back in January in the Australian Open, but the clay courts of Roland Garros will have the Italian as the favorite in this last sixteen clash. Svitolina has had to battle hard to get past Pera and Bondar, and I fancy with Jasmine Paolini playing an aggressive match that the world number four will win this battle of the seeds and move into the quarterfinals. I am siding with last year's finalist to continue to play well, and Paolini should get the better of Svitolina.

Both players are in good form, so it might be a really close match with over games. But I like Elina's record in the clay season, where she has lost only two matches. Also, when they last faced each other in the AO, she prevailed in three sets.

Jasmine Paolini is enjoying a very good run in her clay matches, with 9 wins in a row, and 7 of those came on a 2-0 scoreline. Elina Svitolina beat Jasmine Paolini 2-1 in Han 2025, but with her current form, it will be a tough game for the No. 14.

Svitolina on clay was always great and managed impressive wins in her career. Paolini was doubtful even in the first round. I will try 2-0 for Svitolina.

These two met in the Australian Open earlier this year, with Elina edging a 3-set game. No doubt this should be just as close, but Jasmine can gain revenge. Having reached the final here last year, she will like her chances of going one better.

Statistical bet for this game. The only match between the two tennis players was played earlier this season, and Elina Svitolina won in three sets. I expect the same result today.

Jasmine Paolini should win the first set against Elina Svitolina. Paolini’s aggressive start and ability to dictate play on clay will likely overwhelm Svitolina early. Svitolina’s defensive style may struggle to counter Paolini’s momentum, leading to Paolini taking the opening set.

Svitolina has the experience on her side and Paolini does not seem at her best this year and might have a slow start. Svitolina to take the first set.