Elise Mertens vs Viktorija Golubic predictions, Jan 11, 2025

Jan 09, 2025 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

WTA Australian Open, on Saturday,

Mertens

Golubic

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### Match Preview: Elise Mertens vs. Viktorija Golubic – WTA Australian Open (January 11, 2025)

#### Overview
The upcoming match between Elise Mertens and Viktorija Golubic at the WTA Australian Open promises to be an exciting contest, reflecting the form and skills of both players. Mertens, a seasoned competitor, will be looking to leverage her home advantage, while Golubic arrives with a string of strong performances, making for an intriguing matchup.

#### Player Profiles

**Elise Mertens**
– **Current Form:** Mertens has demonstrated solid form leading up to this tournament, winning 3 of her last 4 matches. Her recent performances indicate she is hitting her stride at the right time, showcasing her strong baseline play and strategic shot selection.
– **Strengths:** Known for her consistency and tactical intelligence, Mertens excels on hard courts. Her ability to maintain her focus and pressure her opponents with penetrating groundstrokes will be crucial.
– **Playing Style:** Mertens often looks to control rallies from the baseline and can effectively transition to the net, which adds versatility to her game.

**Viktorija Golubic**
– **Current Form:** Golubic has been in impressive form, winning 4 of her last 5 matches. Her momentum and confidence will be pivotal as she faces a formidable opponent in Mertens.
– **Strengths:** Golubic’s game is built on a solid serve and aggressive groundstrokes. Her willingness to engage in lengthy rallies can put pressure on her opponents, and she possesses a knack for coming up with big points under pressure.
– **Playing Style:** She plays with a mix of aggression and defense, utilizing both depth and placement to unsettle her rivals.

#### Head-to-Head and Betting Odds
Although Mertens and Golubic have faced each other in the past, their head-to-head record will be a point of interest, especially considering their current form. The bookmakers have made Mertens the favorite for this match with odds of 1.57, while Golubic’s odds sit at 2.4. The bookmakers’ prediction of a 2:0 win for Mertens reflects her status as a home favorite and her strong recent performances.

#### Key Factors to Consider
– **Home Advantage:** Playing in Australia can provide Mertens with the necessary support and familiarity with conditions, which might enhance her performance.
– **Pressure Points:** How both players handle crucial moments will be significant. Mertens has the experience to remain calm under pressure, while Golubic’s recent run has likely increased her confidence.
– **Physical Condition:** Given the intensity of their recent matches, freshness and recovery will play a key role, potentially impacting their stamina in a long match.

#### Conclusion
As the match approaches, both players will have their strengths tested. Mertens will aim to capitalize on her home-court advantage and recent form, while Golubic will seek to build on her momentum and challenge Mertens with her aggressive play. Fans can expect a competitive and compelling match as two talented players vie for a spot in the next round of the Australian Open.

Mertens 60.9% Golubic 39.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.56 2.45
MarathonBet 1.57 2.42
WilliamHill 1.53 2.5
Pinnacle 1.55 2.36
Best for US Customers 1.56 2.45

Latest Results

09.01.25 Veronika Kudermetova – Elise Mertens – 1:2
08.01.25 Renata Zarazua – Elise Mertens – 0:2
07.01.25 Nuria Parrizas Diaz – Elise Mertens – 0:2
30.12.24 Vivian Yang – Elise Mertens – Canceled
16.10.24 Elise Mertens – Kimberly Birrell – Mertens E. retired		 08.01.25 Viktorija Golubic – Sachia Vickery – 2:0
08.01.25 Viktorija Golubic – Laura Pigossi – 2:0
07.01.25 Viktorija Golubic – Anastasiya Soboleva – 2:0
15.12.24 Celine Naef – Viktorija Golubic – 0:2
14.12.24 Nuria Parrizas Diaz – Viktorija Golubic – Parrizas-Diaz N. retired

Facts

  • Mertens is ranked WTA: 34. Golubic is ranked WTA: 90.
  • Golubic is in a first-rate shape now (in the last 5 games wins – 4).
  • Golubic could have advantage in physics – more days for rest in last days.
  • Mertens will have a small advantage in this match.
  • Last 1 head-to-head matches Mertens won 1 matches, drawn 0 matches, lost 0 matches and goals 2:1

    Latest Head To Head

    22.04.21 Elise Mertens – Viktorija Golubic – 2:1

    Standings

    Draw

    Singles – Qualification

    Quarter-finals

    1 Parks A. (1) Bjorklund M. 0 : 2
    2 Sierra S. Ciric Bagaric L. 0 : 2
    3 Hruncakova V. Kraus S. 0 : 2
    4 Eala A. Fett J. (27) 0 : 2
    5 Golubic V. (2) Sobolieva A. 2 : 0
    6 Pigossi L. Maristany G. 2 : 0
    7 Vickery S. Konjuh A. 2 : 1
    8 Ishii S. Ito A. (18) 2 : 0
    9 Dart H. (3) Cabrera L. (WC) 2 : 0
    10 Barthel M. Preston T. 0 : 2
    11 Makarova E. Noha Akugue N. 2 : 0
    12 Hibino N. Stakusic M. (17) 2 : 0
    13 Errani S. (4) Korneeva A. 2 : 1
    14 Fruhvirtova B. Bonaventure Y. 2 : 0
    15 Miyazaki L. Benoit M. 1 : 2
    16 Salkova D. Chwalinska M. (20) 1 : 2
    17 Sorribes Tormo S. (5) Fourlis J. (WC) 2 : 1
    18 Jacquemot E. Inglis M. 0 : 2
    19 Bulgaru M. Pedone G. 2 : 0
    20 Boskovic L. Riera J. (19) 1 : 2
    21 Kudermetova P. (6) Bandecchi S. 2 : 0
    22 Mladenovic K. Chirico L. 2 : 0
    23 Pridankina E. Micic E. (WC) 1 : 2
    24 Astakhova D. Shibahara E. (28) 2 : 1
    25 Schmiedlova A. K. (7) Smith T. N. (WC) 2 : 0
    26 Masarova R. Burillo Escorihuela I. 2 : 1
    27 Waltert S. Palicova B. 0 : 2
    28 Arango E. Snigur D. (30) 1 : 2
    29 Zakharova A. (8) Okamura K. 2 : 0
    30 Bejlek S. Deichmann K. 2 : 1
    31 Fruhvirtova L. Jones F. 0 : 2
    32 Shi H. Teichmann J. (26) 1 : 2
    33 Birrell K. (9) Saito S. 2 : 0
    34 Arconada U. M. Hon P. 1 : 2
    35 Hontama M. Sharma A. (WC) 1 : 2
    36 Selekhmeteva O. Galfi D. (32) 2 : 1
    37 Bogdan A. (10) Aiava D. 0 : 2
    38 Udvardy P. Ercan M. (WC) 2 : 0
    39 Falei A. Rodionova Ar. 0 : 2
    40 Vandewinkel H. Lys E. (23) 0 : 2
    41 Montgomery R. (11) Hercog P. 2 : 0
    42 Naef C. Stojanovic N. 0 : 2
    43 Korpatsch T. Brancaccio N. 2 : 1
    44 Sasnovich A. Wei S. (25) 1 : 2
    45 Todoni A. A. (12) Jimenez Kasintseva V. 2 : 1
    46 Stefanini L. Romero Gormaz L. 1 : 2
    47 Watson H. Radivojevic L. 2 : 1
    48 Chang H. Lepchenko V. (21) 0 : 2
    49 Semenistaja D. (13) Monnet C. 1 : 2
    50 Leonard M. Jamrichova R. (WC) 0 : 2
    51 Tararudee L. Zidansek T. 1 : 2
    52 Serban R. Ponchet J. (24) 2 : 0
    53 Zhu L. (14) Janicijevic S. 1 : 2
    54 Bolkvadze M. Ruzic A. 2 : 1
    55 Glushko L. Jeanjean L. 1 : 2
    56 Liu C. Seidel E. (31) 0 : 2
    57 Ruse G. (15) Kung L. 2 : 0
    58 Friedsam A-L. Bolsova Zadoinov A. 2 : 0
    59 Hartono A. Bektas E. 1 : 2
    60 Tubello A. Timofeeva M. (29) 1 : 2
    61 Martic P. (16) Hule P. (WC) 2 : 0
    62 Gao X. Koevermans A. 2 : 0
    63 Erjavec V. Subasic A. (WC) 2 : 0
    64 Bassols M. Sawangkaew M. (22) 0 : 2

    Semi-finals

    1 Bjorklund M. Ciric Bagaric L. 1 : 2
    2 Kraus S. Fett J. (27) 0 : 2
    3 Golubic V. (2) Pigossi L. 2 : 0
    4 Vickery S. Ishii S. 2 : 0
    5 Dart H. (3) Preston T. 2 : 1
    6 Makarova E. Hibino N. 1 : 2
    7 Errani S. (4) Fruhvirtova B. 0 : 2
    8 Benoit M. Chwalinska M. (20) 1 : 2
    9 Sorribes Tormo S. (5) Inglis M. 1 : 2
    10 Bulgaru M. Riera J. (19) 0 : 2
    11 Kudermetova P. (6) Mladenovic K. 2 : 0
    12 Micic E. Astakhova D. (RET.) 1 : 0
    13 Schmiedlova A. K. (7) Masarova R. 0 : 2
    14 Palicova B. (RET.) Snigur D. (30) 0 : 1
    15 Zakharova A. (8) Bejlek S. 0 : 2
    16 Jones F. Teichmann J. (26) 1 : 2
    17 Birrell K. (9) Hon P. 2 : 1
    18 Sharma A. Selekhmeteva O. 1 : 2
    19 Aiava D. Udvardy P. 2 : 0
    20 Rodionova Ar. Lys E. (23) 0 : 2
    21 Montgomery R. (11) Stojanovic N. 1 : 2
    22 Korpatsch T. Wei S. (25) 0 : 2
    23 Todoni A. A. (12) Romero Gormaz L. 2 : 0
    24 Watson H. Lepchenko V. (21) 1 : 2
    25 Monnet C. Jamrichova R. 2 : 0
    26 Zidansek T. Serban R. 2 : 0
    27 Janicijevic S. Bolkvadze M. 2 : 0
    28 Jeanjean L. Seidel E. (31) 2 : 1
    29 Ruse G. (15) Friedsam A-L. 2 : 1
    30 Bektas E. Timofeeva M. (29) 2 : 1
    31 Martic P. (16) Gao X. 2 : 1
    32 Erjavec V. Sawangkaew M. (22) 2 : 0

    Final

    1 Ciric Bagaric L. Fett J. (27) 0 : 2
    2 Golubic V. (2) Vickery S. 2 : 0
    3 Dart H. (3) Hibino N. 0 : 2
    4 Fruhvirtova B. Chwalinska M. (20) 0 : 2
    5 Inglis M. Riera J. (19) 1 : 2
    6 Kudermetova P. (6) Micic E. 2 : 0
    7 Masarova R. Snigur D. (30) 0 : 2
    8 Bejlek S. Teichmann J. (26) 2 : 0
    9 Birrell K. (9) Selekhmeteva O. 2 : 1
    10 Aiava D. Lys E. (23) 2 : 1
    11 Stojanovic N. Wei S. (25) 1 : 2
    12 Todoni A. A. (12) Lepchenko V. (21) 2 : 0
    13 Monnet C. Zidansek T. 1 : 2
    14 Janicijevic S. Jeanjean L. 0 : 2
    15 Ruse G. (15) Bektas E. 2 : 0
    16 Martic P. (16) Erjavec V. 0 : 2

    WTA Australian Open Outrights

    1. Sabalenka Aryna: 3.55 (20.96%)

    2. Gauff Coco: 5.24 (14.2%)

    3. Swiatek Iga: 5.84 (12.73%)

    4. Rybakina Elena: 8.85 (8.4%)

    5. Kasatkina Daria: 15.44 (4.81%)

    6. Zheng Qinwen: 15.46 (4.81%)

    7. Muchova Karolina: 21.14 (3.52%)

    8. Andreeva Mirra: 23.44 (3.17%)

    9. Osaka Naomi: 28.33 (2.62%)

    10. Pegula Jessica: 30.69 (2.42%)

    11. Paolini Jasmine: 34.53 (2.15%)

    12. Keys Madison: 41.74 (1.78%)

    13. Shnaider Diana: 52.06 (1.43%)

    14. Jabeur Ons: 52.06 (1.43%)

    15. Navarro Emma: 52.06 (1.43%)

    16. Raducanu Emma: 52.06 (1.43%)

    17. Noskova Linda: 52.06 (1.43%)

    18. Badosa Paula: 52.06 (1.43%)

    19. Svitolina Elina: 68.04 (1.09%)

    20. Ostapenko Jelena: 68.04 (1.09%)

    21. Fernandez Leylah: 68.04 (1.09%)

    22. Collins Danielle: 68.04 (1.09%)

    23. Sakkari Maria: 82.96 (0.9%)

    24. Kostyuk Marta: 82.96 (0.9%)

    25. Haddad Maia Beatriz: 82.96 (0.9%)

    26. Samsonova Liudmila: 103.57 (0.72%)

    27. Anisimova Amanda: 103.57 (0.72%)

    28. Vondrousova Marketa: 142.58 (0.52%)

    29. Kudermetova Veronika: 155.08 (0.48%)

    30. Yuan Yue (1998): 201 (0.37%)

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