16.06.2026
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Y. Starodubtseva vs E. Navarro Prediction — 17.06.2026

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WTA - 57
Y. Starodubtseva - E. Navarro
WTA Nottingham 1/8-finals
June 17, 2026 11:00
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Y. Starodubtseva

Player Overview

Yulia Starodubtseva has carved a respectable niche in professional tennis with a career win percentage of 57.5% across 247 matches, showcasing her ability to compete at a solid level. Her current trajectory, however, reveals a 49% win rate over the last two years, suggesting a plateau in her performance. With an Elo rating of 2162, she remains a formidable opponent, particularly on grass where her skills can shine, but her stability is tested by recent fluctuations in form.

Recent results tell a contrasting story. Starodubtseva has won two of her last five matches, including a notable victory against Elena Rybakina at the French Open, but also suffered a defeat to Aoran Wang shortly after. With no recent matches on grass to build momentum, her upcoming clash against Emma Navarro could hinge on her ability to adapt quickly to the surface. The pressure is on for Starodubtseva to leverage her experience as she steps onto the Nottingham courts.

Match results: Y. Starodubtseva

15 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
M. Joint
Y. Starodubtseva
0 2
5 7
4 6
W
29 May 2026 WTA French Open
Aoran Wang
Y. Starodubtseva
2 0
6 3
7 5
L
27 May 2026 WTA French Open
Y. Starodubtseva
E. Rybakina
2 1
3 6
6 1
W
24 May 2026 WTA French Open
A. Blinkova
Y. Starodubtseva
0 2
3 6
1 6
W
20 May 2026 WTA Rabat
Y. Starodubtseva
A. Kalinina
0 1
3 6
L
19 May 2026 WTA Rabat
Y. Starodubtseva
A. Fita Boluda
2 0
6 4
6 2
W
16 May 2026 Paris
M. Keys
Y. Starodubtseva
2 1
1 6
6 2
6 3
L
15 May 2026 Paris
K. Volynets
Y. Starodubtseva
1 2
5 7
6 2
2 6
W
13 May 2026 Paris
S. Zhang
Y. Starodubtseva
0 2
2 6
1 6
W
12 May 2026 Paris
T. Preston
Y. Starodubtseva
0 2
4 6
4 6
W
E. Navarro

Player Overview

Emma Navarro has established herself as a strong competitor with a career win percentage of 61.7%, reflecting her consistent performance across 379 matches. Her recent form, with a 54.4% win rate over the last two years, shows improvements, particularly with an 80% win rate in her last five outings. This upward trend suggests she is gaining confidence and finding her rhythm, especially on hard courts where she has excelled.

Navarro enters this match after a mixed bag of results, including a disappointing loss to Caroline McNally at the WTA Hertogenbosch. However, her earlier triumph against J. Tjen at the French Open indicates her potential to bounce back. The draw against Sofia Bejlek in Nottingham highlights a need to regain focus. As she faces Starodubtseva, Navarro will be looking to capitalize on her rising form and assert herself early in the match, aiming to maintain the momentum she has built in recent weeks.

Match results: E. Navarro

15 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
S. Bejlek
E. Navarro
0 0
L
15 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham
A. Bondar
E. Navarro
0 2
3 6
2 6
W
10 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch
E. Navarro
C. McNally
1 2
6 4
0 6
4 6
L
28 May 2026 WTA French Open
I. Jovic
E. Navarro
2 0
6 0
6 3
L
26 May 2026 WTA French Open
E. Navarro
J. Tjen
2 0
6 4
6 3
W
23 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg
V. Mboko
E. Navarro
1 2
0 6
7 5
2 6
W
22 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg
E. Navarro
A. Li
2 0
6 1
6 3
W
21 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg
S. Zhang
E. Navarro
1 2
6 2
2 6
W
20 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg
E. Navarro
I. Jovic
2 1
6 4
4 6
6 1
W
17 May 2026 WTA Strasbourg
S. Bejlek
E. Navarro
0 2
1 6
4 6
W

Players Analysis

Yuliia Starodubtseva has shown a mixed performance recently, with a win percentage of 60% in her last 10 matches. Despite a strong showing against higher-ranked opponents, she suffered a recent defeat at the French Open. Her serve statistics indicate a moderate level of reliability, with an ace percentage of 1.8 and a double fault percentage of 3.4. In contrast, Emma Navarro has been in impressive form, winning 70% of her last 10 matches, including a strong performance at the Strasbourg tournament. Navarro's recent matches reflect a solid serve, with an ace percentage of 2.1 and a double fault percentage of 4.8, showcasing her ability to maintain pressure on opponents.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

Both players have demonstrated their capabilities on clay, but Navarro's recent form is notably stronger. She has a higher overall win percentage of 61.7 compared to Starodubtseva's 57.5. Navarro's recent matches indicate a trend of improvement, while Starodubtseva's performance has been more stable but less dominant. The absence of head-to-head matches between the two adds an element of unpredictability, but Navarro's current ranking and recent results suggest she may have the upper hand in this matchup.

Y. Starodubtseva — E. Navarro Prediction

This match is expected to be competitive, but Emma Navarro is favored to win based on her recent form and overall statistics. The predicted score is likely to reflect Navarro's ability to capitalize on her serve and maintain pressure throughout the match.

  • Final score in sets: 2:0
  • Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - E. Navarro, Set 2 - E. Navarro
  • Expected aces: 5
  • Double faults: 3
  • Break points: 4

Navarro's tactical approach will likely involve aggressive baseline play, utilizing her serve to set up points effectively. She may aim to exploit Starodubtseva's vulnerabilities, particularly in longer rallies, where Navarro's stamina and recent match experience could give her an advantage.

3 Reasons Why E. Navarro Will Win

  • Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors E. Navarro 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
  • Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors E. Navarro.
  • Pressure Points. In recent matches, E. Navarro has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than Y. Starodubtseva, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
17.06.2026 11:00 WTA Nottingham
Y. Starodubtseva 0
E. Navarro 2
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