18.06.2026 • Updated: 18.06.2026
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V. Golubic vs Z. Sonmez Match result — 18.06.2026

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V. Golubic - Z. Sonmez
WTA Nottingham 1/8-finals
June 18, 2026 12:10
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Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 1
H2H W-L 1-0-0
Avg sets per match 3.00
Last 5 W-L 1-0
Last 3 W-L 1-0
Current streak W1
Sets balance +1
Avg sets (last 5) 3.00
Sets range 3-3
3-set matches 1 (99%)
2-0 / 2-1 split 0/1 • 0/0
100% 1 Wins
0% 0 Draws
0% 0 Wins
Last 1 match
Date
Match
Score
Tournament
Surface
18 Jun 2026
V. Golubic - Z. Sonmez
2:1 (7-5, 4-6, 6-4)
WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic

Player Overview

Viktorija Golubic, a right-handed player with a career win percentage of nearly 59%, has been finding her footing on grass this season. Over the past two years, her performance has seen a slight dip, with a win rate of 56.5%, but her recent form shows a promising upward trend, winning 80% of her last five matches. Her Elo rating of 2124 reflects her solid standing, while her serve identity highlights a robust ability to win points on her first serve.

In her recent outings at the WTA Nottingham, Golubic has displayed tenacity, winning four of her last five matches, including a straight-sets victory against Sofia Kenin. However, a loss to Katerina Swan in Ilkley raises questions about her consistency. With a recent head-to-head win against Zeynep Sonmez, the expectation is that Golubic will leverage her growing confidence to advance further in the tournament.

Match results: V. Golubic

18 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic
Z. Sonmez
2 1
7 5
4 6
6 4
W
16 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic
S. Kenin
2 1
6 2
4 6
6 3
W
14 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic
S. Kenin
2 0
6 3
6 4
W
13 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic
V. Erjavec
2 1
5 7
7 5
6 4
W
12 Jun 2026 Ilkley
V. Golubic
K. Swan
0 2
4 6
6 7
L
8 Jun 2026 Ilkley
V. Golubic
D. Britton
2 0
6 3
6 3
W
29 May 2026 WTA French Open
M. Kostyuk
V. Golubic
2 0
6 4
6 3
L
27 May 2026 WTA French Open
V. Golubic
A. Parks
2 0
6 2
6 2
W
25 May 2026 WTA French Open
P. Udvardy
V. Golubic
0 2
0 6
2 6
W
14 May 2026 Parma
B. Krejcikova
V. Golubic
2 0
6 3
6 2
L
Z. Sonmez

Player Overview

Zeynep Sonmez, another right-handed competitor, has a career win percentage of 59.7%, indicating her capability on the court. Currently, her form is stable, with a 50% win rate over the last two years. Sonmez's Elo rating of 2136 positions her just above Golubic, suggesting a competitive edge, especially with her strong serve and return game that has seen her maintain a 90% ace percentage in recent matches.

Despite coming off a loss to Golubic in their last matchup, Sonmez has shown resilience, winning three out of her last five matches, including victories over Leylah Fernandez and Hannah Klugman. However, her defeat to Magda Linette in Hertogenbosch reflects some inconsistency that could be a concern. As she faces Golubic again, Sonmez will need to elevate her game to avoid a repeat of their last encounter and to capitalize on her recent successes.

Match results: Z. Sonmez

18 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic
Z. Sonmez
2 1
7 5
4 6
6 4
L
16 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
Z. Sonmez
L. Fernandez
1 0
6 4
W
14 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
Z. Sonmez
H. Klugman
2 0
6 2
6 4
W
13 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
Z. Sonmez
L. Tararudee
2 0
6 4
6 0
W
12 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
Z. Sonmez
M. Linette
0 2
4 6
2 6
L
11 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
A. Potapova
Z. Sonmez
0 2
1 6
W
9 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
K. Volynets
Z. Sonmez
1 2
3 6
6 2
3 6
W
25 May 2026 WTA French Open
D. Kasatkina
Z. Sonmez
2 0
6 4
6 4
L
8 May 2026 WTA Rome
J. Pegula
Z. Sonmez
2 0
6 4
6 0
L
5 May 2026 WTA Rome
Z. Sonmez
J. Ruggeri
2 1
4 6
6 2
6 2
W
Golubic Edges Sonmez in Thrilling Nottingham Encounter

V. Golubic triumphed over Z. Sonmez with a match score of 2:1 in a tightly contested battle at the WTA Nottingham 1/8-finals.

The match featured three sets, with Golubic taking the first set 7-5, before Sonmez responded by claiming the second set 6-4. The decisive third set saw Golubic secure a 6-4 victory, showcasing her resilience.

Throughout the match, Golubic demonstrated her ability to break serve, winning 7 breaks compared to Sonmez's 6. Both players were evenly matched in terms of service games, each playing 16 games, but Golubic managed to hold serve 10 times, while Sonmez held 9.

In terms of overall performance, Golubic won a total of 17 games to Sonmez's 15, reflecting a closely fought contest. Golubic's first serve percentage was notable at 68%, winning 57% of her first serve points, which contributed significantly to her success.

This victory propels Golubic into the next round, where she will look to build on her strong performance against formidable opponents.

Players Analysis

Viktorija Golubic has shown strong form recently, winning 7 out of her last 10 matches, including a recent victory over Zeynep Sonmez in their last encounter. Golubic's performance has been particularly impressive on clay, where she has a win percentage of 56.5% over the last two years. In contrast, Zeynep Sonmez has a more stable form with a win percentage of 60% in her last 10 matches, but she has struggled against higher-ranked opponents, as seen in her recent matches.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their last match, Golubic defeated Sonmez 2-1 in sets, showcasing her ability to perform under pressure. Golubic's serve statistics indicate she has a higher ace percentage (0.8%) compared to Sonmez (1.0%), but Sonmez has a slightly better double fault percentage (4.5% vs. 3.3%). Both players have faced similar levels of competition recently, but Golubic's recent head-to-head success gives her a psychological edge going into this match.

V. Golubic — Z. Sonmez Prediction

Considering the recent form and head-to-head results, Viktorija Golubic is favored to win this match. Her ability to win crucial points and her recent victory over Sonmez suggest she will continue her winning streak. The match is expected to be competitive, but Golubic's experience and current form should see her through.

  • Final score in sets: 2:1
  • Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: Golubic, Set 2: Sonmez, Set 3: Golubic
  • Expected aces: 5
  • Double faults: 3
  • Break points: 4

In terms of tactics, Golubic will likely focus on her strong baseline game and try to exploit Sonmez's weaknesses on the return. Sonmez, on the other hand, will need to maintain her serve and capitalize on any break point opportunities to stay competitive in the match.

3 Reasons Why V. Golubic Will Win

  • Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors V. Golubic 2:1 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
  • Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors V. Golubic.
  • Pressure Points. In recent matches, V. Golubic has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than Z. Sonmez, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
18.06.2026 12:10 WTA Nottingham
V. Golubic 2 1 0 1
Z. Sonmez 1 0 1 0
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