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WTA Livesport Prague Open

D. Salkova vs G. Knutson Prediction — 19.07.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

WTA - 117

D. Salkova - G. Knutson

WTA Livesport Prague Open Final

July 19, 2026 • 12:30

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

WTA - 182

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 1

H2H W-L 1-0-0

Avg sets per match 2.00

Last 5 W-L 1-0

Last 3 W-L 1-0

Current streak W1

Sets balance +2

Avg sets (last 5) 2.00

Sets range 2-2

3-set matches 0 (0%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 1/0 • 0/0

100% 1 Wins

0% 0 Draws

0% 0 Wins

Last 1 match

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

14 Mar 2024

G. Knutson - D. Salkova

0:2 (4-6, 3-6)

W75 Ricany

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D. Salkova

Player Overview

D. Salkova, currently navigating a difficult patch, has a career baseline win percentage hovering around 50%. Her recent trajectory suggests a decline, reflected by a string of losses in her last five matches. Competing predominantly on hard courts, Salkova's performance has dipped below her career norms, emphasizing a need for tactical adjustments.

Match results: D. Salkova

18 Jul 2026 WTA Livesport Prague Open

D. Salkova

D. Zoldakova

2 0

6 4

14 Jul 2026 WTA Iasi

D. Salkova

A. Ibragimova

0 2

2 6

5 7

6 Jul 2026 Contrexeville

C. Werner

D. Salkova

2 0

6 1

7 5

23 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

D. Salkova

I. Shymanovich

1 2

6 3

4 6

12 Jun 2026 Modena (Italy) - Qualification

D. Salkova

K. Kawa

0 2

1 6

10 Jun 2026 Modena (Italy) - Qualification

D. Salkova

M. Trevisan

1 0

6 1

9 Jun 2026 Modena (Italy) - Qualification

D. Salkova

A. Tubello

2 1

6 1

3 6

6 4

4 Jun 2026 Makarska

E. Avanesyan

D. Salkova

2 1

3 6

6 3

2 Jun 2026 Makarska

A. Konjuh

D. Salkova

0 2

3 6

2 6

20 May 2026 WTA French Open

D. Salkova

S. Bandecchi

1 2

3 6

6 4

5 7

G. Knutson

Player Overview

G. Knutson, with a career baseline win percentage around 48%, has faced a tumultuous season, showing signs of instability. Her recent performances indicate a declining trend, particularly on hard courts, where she has struggled to find her rhythm. This inconsistency has characterized her last few tournaments, raising questions about her competitiveness.

Match results: G. Knutson

18 Jul 2026 WTA Livesport Prague Open

A. Ito

G. Knutson

0 2

4 6

15 Jul 2026 Istanbul 2 (Turkey) - Qualification

G. Knutson

L. Tararudee

1 2

6 4

4 6

1 6

13 Jul 2026 Istanbul 2 (Turkey) - Qualification

G. Knutson

I. Kurt

2 1

6 4

4 6

6 0

8 Jul 2026 W50 Corroios-Seixal

G. Knutson

H. Shi

0 2

2 6

1 6

23 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

A. Krueger

G. Knutson

2 0

7 5

13 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

M. Kubka

G. Knutson

2 0

7 5

6 1

12 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

V. Ryser

G. Knutson

0 2

3 6

5 7

11 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

L. Ipunesso

G. Knutson

0 2

1 6

0 6

9 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

O. Danilova

G. Knutson

0 2

2 6

4 6

4 Jun 2026 Birmingham

N. Bartunkova

G. Knutson

1 0

6 4

Players Analysis

D. Salkova and G. Knutson are set to face off in the final of the WTA Livesport Prague Open. D. Salkova has shown mixed form in her last ten matches, winning 4 and losing 6, with a recent victory in the semi-finals against D. Zoldakova. G. Knutson, on the other hand, has a slightly better recent record, winning 6 out of her last 10 matches, including a semi-final win against A. Ito. This match will be crucial for both players as they aim to secure the title.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In terms of head-to-head, D. Salkova has a perfect record against G. Knutson, winning their only previous encounter in straight sets (2-0) at the W75 Ricany event in March 2024. Analyzing their recent performances, Salkova has struggled against higher-ranked opponents, while Knutson has been more consistent in her matches. The surface of the Prague Open could favor Knutson, who has shown better adaptability on similar surfaces in recent tournaments.

D. Salkova — G. Knutson Prediction

Considering the recent form and head-to-head record, D. Salkova is slightly favored to win this match. However, G. Knutson's recent performance suggests she could put up a strong fight. The match could be closely contested, especially in the first set.

Final score in sets: 2:1
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: D. Salkova, Set 2: G. Knutson, Set 3: D. Salkova
Expected aces: 4
Double faults: 2
Break points: 5

In terms of tactics, Salkova may look to dominate with her aggressive baseline play, while Knutson will likely focus on her serve to gain an early advantage. The match could hinge on the ability of each player to convert break points, as both have shown varying success in this area in recent matches.

3 Reasons Why D. Salkova Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors D. Salkova 2:1 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors D. Salkova.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, D. Salkova has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than G. Knutson, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

19.07.2026 12:30 WTA Livesport Prague Open

D. Salkova 2 1 0 1

G. Knutson 1 0 1 0

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