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WTA French Open

I. Jovic vs E. Navarro – Match result – 28.05.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

WTA - 17

I. Jovic - E. Navarro

WTA French Open 1/32-finals

May 28, 2026 • 11:00

2—0

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

WTA - 15

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 2

H2H W-L 1-0-1

Avg sets per match 2.50

Last 5 W-L 1-1

Last 3 W-L 1-1

Current streak W1

Sets balance +1

Avg sets (last 5) 2.50

Sets range 2-3

3-set matches 1 (50%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 1/0 • 0/1

50% 1 Wins

0% 0 Draws

50% 1 Wins

Last 2 matches

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

28 May 2026

I. Jovic - E. Navarro

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

WTA French Open

Clay

20 May 2026

E. Navarro - I. Jovic

2:1 (6-4, 4-6, 6-1)

WTA Strasbourg

Clay

I. Jovic

Player Overview

I. Jovic has struggled to find her footing this season, with a career baseline win percentage hovering around 56% on hard courts, but her current trajectory on clay has been notably declining. Despite her solid baseline game, she has yet to secure a win in her last five matches, indicating a troubling trend as she approaches this crucial encounter.

In her last outing at the WTA French Open, Jovic managed a convincing win against Alex Eala, but prior to that, she faced a tough loss to E. Navarro in Strasbourg. With no recent victories to build on and a lack of match rhythm, Jovic will need to elevate her performance significantly to compete effectively against Navarro, who has already bested her this season.

Match results: I. Jovic

28 May 2026 WTA French Open

I. Jovic

E. Navarro

2 0

6 0

6 3

26 May 2026 WTA French Open

I. Jovic

A. Eala

2 0

6 4

6 2

20 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg

E. Navarro

I. Jovic

2 1

6 4

4 6

6 1

11 May 2026 WTA Rome

C. Gauff

I. Jovic

2 1

5 7

7 5

6 2

9 May 2026 WTA Rome

T. Townsend

I. Jovic

0 2

5 7

2 6

7 May 2026 WTA Rome

Mcclain Kessler

I. Jovic

0 2

25 Apr 2026 WTA Madrid

L. Fernandez

I. Jovic

2 1

3 6

6 3

6 2

23 Apr 2026 WTA Madrid

M. Linette

I. Jovic

0 2

4 6

1 6

11 Apr 2026 WTA Billie Jean King Cup

G. Minnen

I. Jovic

2 0

7 5

6 3

11 Apr 2026 WTA Billie Jean King Cup

Yannick Mertens

I. Jovic

0 0

E. Navarro

Player Overview

E. Navarro has demonstrated a solid presence on clay, with a career baseline win percentage near 58% and a current two-year trajectory that indicates steady improvement. Her recent form has been promising, as she has won her last three matches, showcasing her ability to adapt and perform under pressure, particularly in the WTA French Open.

Match results: E. Navarro

28 May 2026 WTA French Open

I. Jovic

E. Navarro

2 0

6 0

6 3

26 May 2026 WTA French Open

E. Navarro

J. Tjen

2 0

6 4

6 3

23 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg

Victoria Mboko

E. Navarro

1 2

0 6

7 5

2 6

22 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg

E. Navarro

A. Li

2 0

6 1

6 3

21 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg

S. Zhang

E. Navarro

1 2

6 2

6 7

2 6

20 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg

E. Navarro

I. Jovic

2 1

6 4

4 6

6 1

17 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg

S. Bejlek

E. Navarro

0 2

1 6

4 6

14 May 2026 Paris

E. Navarro

K. Volynets

0 2

3 6

2 6

12 May 2026 Paris

E. Navarro

L. Radivojevic

1 0

6 2

8 May 2026 WTA Rome

E. Navarro

Elisabetta Cocciaretto

0 2

3 6

Dominant Performance by I. Jovic in French Open Opener

I. Jovic secured a convincing victory over E. Navarro with a match score of 2:0.

In the first round of the WTA French Open, Jovic showcased her skills, winning the first set decisively at 6-0, followed by a more competitive second set at 6-3.

Throughout the match, Jovic demonstrated her dominance with a total of 12 games won compared to Navarro's 3. Jovic achieved 5 breaks of serve while only conceding 1, reflecting her aggressive return game and solid service performance.

Jovic's service games were particularly effective, holding serve 7 times out of 8, while Navarro managed to hold only 2 of her 7 service games. This disparity was crucial in establishing Jovic's control over the match.

This victory not only advances Jovic in the tournament but also highlights her potential as a strong contender in the WTA circuit.

Players Analysis

Iva Jovic and Emma Navarro are set to clash in this WTA French Open match. Iva Jovic, currently ranked 17th, has shown strong form recently, winning 6 out of her last 10 matches, including a recent victory over Navarro. Emma Navarro, ranked 25th, has also been in good form, winning 6 out of her last 10 matches, but has faced some tough competition.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their last encounter, Jovic defeated Navarro convincingly with a score of 2-0, showcasing her dominance on clay. Jovic's serve has been reliable, with an ace percentage of 2.6% and a double fault rate of 3.2%. Navarro, on the other hand, has a slightly lower ace percentage of 2.0% and a higher double fault rate of 4.0%. The head-to-head record favors Jovic, who has won 1 out of their 2 meetings, with the last match ending in a straight sets victory for her.

I. Jovic — E. Navarro Prediction

Given the recent performances and head-to-head results, Iva Jovic is favored to win this match against Emma Navarro. Jovic's strong serve and recent form give her an edge, especially on clay.

Final score in sets: 2-0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - Iva Jovic, Set 2 - Iva Jovic
Expected aces: 4
Double faults: 2
Break points: 3

Jovic's ability to control the match with her serve will be crucial. She is expected to capitalize on Navarro's double faults and maintain pressure during crucial points, especially on break points.

3 Reasons Why Iva Jovic Will Win

Head-to-Head Advantage. Jovic has won 1 out of their 2 meetings, including a recent straight sets victory, indicating her ability to perform under pressure against Navarro.
Strong Recent Form. Jovic has won 6 of her last 10 matches, demonstrating consistency and confidence, particularly on clay.
Serve Reliability. Jovic's serve has been effective, with a solid ace percentage and lower double fault rate compared to Navarro, which will be critical in this matchup.

Match Prediction

28.05.2026 11:00 WTA French Open

I. Jovic 2

E. Navarro 0

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