WTA Rome: Exciting First Matches Set to Unfold

ROME, Italy – The 2025 Italian Open kicks off with an exciting lineup on opening day, featuring ten women’s singles matches. The day promises thrilling contests as players aim to make a statement on clay, the stage for the prestigious tournament.

Lulu Sun is set to face Georgia Pedone at the CAMPO CENTRALE on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Sun, while struggling early in the season, is expected to outplay the wild card Pedone, who has yet to win a match on clay in 2025. The prediction is for Sun to take the match in straight sets.

Another matchup to watch is Ann Li against Jessica Bouzas Maneiro. Despite holding a 1-0 head-to-head advantage over Bouzas Maneiro, Li comes into the match with significant momentum after a strong season so far. The 24-year-old has enjoyed success on hard courts and is now transitioning her game to clay for this tournament. Expect Li to win in straight sets.

In an intriguing contest, Maria Bouzkova will go head-to-head with Mayar Sherif. Both players are known for their gritty play styles, making this matchup potentially one of the longest of the tournament. Bouzkova’s better form could give her the edge, with a prediction of advancing in three sets.

Stearns and Branaccio also clash on the clay, with Stearns being heavily favored due to her strong track record on the surface. Branaccio has struggled against higher-ranked opponents, and it’s predicted that Stearns will win in straight sets.

As the tournament progresses, players like Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka, who receive first-round byes, will be spotlighted later. Swiatek defends her Italian Open title while Sabalenka looks to capitalize on her recent success in Madrid.

With so much action taking place, the opening day at the Italian Open is shaping up to be a thrilling experience for tennis fans worldwide.