Katie Volynets Set to Face Joanna Garland in French Open Debut

PARIS, France — Katie Volynets is set to compete against Joanna Garland in the first round of the French Open Women’s Singles on Tuesday. The match will take place at 1:20 PM ET on Court 8.

Dimers‘ tennis model analyzed 10,000 simulations to predict the outcome of this matchup, giving Volynets a 73% chance of winning compared to Garland’s 27%. Data analyst Greg Butyn stated, “By incorporating recent updates and various factors, our prediction shows the likelihood of Volynets winning the match.”

Volynets, currently ranked No. 65, is coming off a second-round elimination at the Morocco Open. She holds a 19-14 win-loss record for 2025, with a strong 12-6 performance on clay courts. Her best result this season was reaching the final at the Oeiras tournament.

Meanwhile, Garland, ranked No. 175, has been on a roll, winning all her qualification matches without dropping a set. She recently defeated Anna-Lena Friedsam in a straight-sets match to earn her place in the main draw of a Grand Slam for the first time.

Garland has a remarkable 30-9 record in 2025, with an undefeated 8-0 on clay. Her aggressive style and recent success could pose a challenge for Volynets, who has the experience of competing in multiple Grand Slam tournaments.

Historically, this will be their first encounter in competition. Fans anticipate an exciting matchup, reflecting the increasing popularity of tennis betting. Current odds list Volynets at -303 and Garland at +240 for the moneyline.

As the match approaches, many are eager to see if Volynets can live up to predictions, or if Garland will continue her winning streak and secure her first Grand Slam victory.