McCartney Kessler vs Renata Zarazua predictions, May 16, 2026

WTA Strasbourg, on Saturday,

McCartney Kessler

Renata Zarazua

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In the upcoming WTA event at Strasbourg, McCartney Kessler faces Renata Zarazua in what promises to be an intriguing clash. Kessler, competing on home soil, has had a challenging recent spell, winning only 1 of her last 5 matches. Despite this underwhelming form, her home advantage could provide critical support. She possesses a tactical game characterized by aggressive baseline play and powerful serves, which she will need to leverage against Zarazua.

On the other hand, Renata Zarazua arrives with a slightly better run, securing 2 victories in her last 5 outings. Zarazua’s strengths lie in her resilience and the ability to effectively counter her opponent’s aggressive style, playing well defensively while waiting for opportunities to strike.

The bookmakers have made Kessler the favorite with odds of 1.51 compared to Zarazua’s 2.41, reflecting a strong prediction of a home win at 67.2%. However, the matchup’s unpredictability cannot be underestimated, and both players will be eager to capitalize on any lapses. Ultimately, fans can expect a competitive encounter with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Kessler
61.6%
Zarazua
38.4%

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Latest Results

11.05.26 McCartney Kessler – Yulia Putintseva – 0:2
07.05.26 McCartney Kessler – Iva Jovic – 0:2
05.05.26 McCartney Kessler – Lucia Bronzetti – 2:1
11.04.26 Hanne Van De Winkel – McCartney Kessler – Canceled
10.04.26 Elise Mertens – McCartney Kessler – Kessler M. Retired
11.05.26 Renata Zarazua – Tiantsoa Sarah Rakotomanga Rajaonah – 1:2
04.05.26 Renata Zarazua – Federica Urgesi – 1:2
29.04.26 Renata Zarazua – Ayana Akli – 1:2
26.04.26 Renata Zarazua – Martina Capurro Taborda – 2:1
25.04.26 Renata Zarazua – Elizabeth Mandlik – 2:1

Facts

  • Kessler is ranked WTA: 50. Zarazua is ranked WTA: 75.
  • Kessler has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Zarazua has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Kessler may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Kessler might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Kessler won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 6:1. (average 2:0.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    18.05.25 McCartney Kessler – Renata Zarazua – 2:0
    27.06.24 Renata Zarazua – McCartney Kessler – 1:2
    07.10.23 McCartney Kessler – Renata Zarazua – 2:0

    Standings

    Draw

    Singles – Main

    1/16-finals

    1 Pegula J. (1) Bye
    2 Kalinskaya A. Dolehide C. (Q) 2 : 1
    3 Collins D. Kenin S. 2 : 1
    4 Raducanu E. Kasatkina D. (6) 2 : 0
    5 Badosa P. (3) Bye
    6 Cornet A. Bouzkova M. (LL) 0 : 2
    7 Parry D. Fernandez L. 2 : 0
    8 Noskova L. Samsonova L. (8) 0 : 2
    9 Krejcikova B. (7) Linette M. 0 : 2
    10 Putintseva Y. Sramkova R. 0 : 2
    11 Wang Xin. Lys E. (Q) 2 : 0
    12 Bye Rybakina E. (4)
    13 Haddad Maia B. (9) Tauson C. 2 : 1
    14 Kessler M. (Q) Krueger A. 0 : 2
    15 Frech M. Blinkova A. (Q) 0 : 2
    16 Bye Navarro E. (2)

    1/8-finals

    1 Pegula J. (1) Kalinskaya A. 1 : 2
    2 Collins D. Raducanu E. 2 : 1
    3 Badosa P. (3) Bouzkova M. (RET.) 0 : 0
    4 Parry D. Samsonova L. (8) 0 : 2
    5 Linette M. Sramkova R. 2 : 0
    6 Wang Xin. Rybakina E. (4) 0 : 2
    7 Haddad Maia B. (9) Krueger A. 2 : 0
    8 Blinkova A. Navarro E. (2) 0 : 2

    Quarter-finals

    1 Kalinskaya A. Collins D. (WO.)
    2 Badosa P. (3) Samsonova L. (8) 1 : 2
    3 Linette M. Rybakina E. (4) 0 : 2
    4 Haddad Maia B. (9) Navarro E. (2) 2 : 1

    Semi-finals

    1 Collins D. Samsonova L. (8) 0 : 2
    2 Rybakina E. (4) Haddad Maia B. (9) 2 : 1

    Final

    1 Samsonova L. (8) Rybakina E. (4) 1 : 2

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