WTA Madrid Day 2 Predictions Including Katie Volynets vs Petra Kvitova

Maya Joint brings solid form into her first-round match against Carlota Martínez Cirez, a clay-court specialist working her way up the rankings. Joint, known for her aggressive baseline play, is the favorite given her strong recent performances, including a notable wins in the qualifying rounds. However, Martínez Cirez’s experience on clay could make this a competitive encounter.

Prediction: Joint in 2

Maria Lourdes Carle vs Rebecca Sramkova

Head-to-Head: first meeting

Maria Lourdes Carle, ranked No. 119, faces Rebecca Sramkova in the first round. Carle has had a solid season, while Sramkova has struggled early in the year. Despite Šramková’s higher ranking, Carle’s form on clay could make this a competitive match.

Prediction: Carle in 3

Veronika Kudermetova vs Polina Kudermetova

Head-to-Head: first meeting

The Kudermetova sisters will meet for the first time in the first round of the 2025 Mutua Madrid Open. Veronika, has had limited clay-court play this season but her extensive tour level experience gives her the edge over Polina, who has a 1–1 clay record in 2025. Despite the close rankings, Veronika’s experience on the bigger stage should prove decisive in this sibling showdown.

Prediction: Veronika Kudermetova in 3

Katie Volynets vs Petra Kvitova

Head-to-Head: first meeting

Katie Volynets faces Petra Kvitova in the first round, with Volynets coming into the match with solid form in 2025. Kvitova, returning from a 17-month maternity break, has yet to secure a win in her three matches since her comeback. This presents an opportunity for Volynets to capitalize on Kvitova’s lack of match play, while Kvitova looks to regain her rhythm.

Prediction: Volynets in 2