Who is favored to win the Suzan Lamens vs Anastasia Potapova at the Australian Open (W)?
Anastasia Potapova is favored to win against Suzan Lamens due to her higher WTA ranking at No. 54 compared to Lamens' lower standing, recent form, and experience on hard courts at the Australian Open. Lamens has struggled in 2026, losing to Eva Lys, Iga Swiatek in the United Cup, and failing to qualify for Hobart against Ella Seidel, while Potapova offers a tougher matchup with odds around 1.65 on DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time does Suzan Lamens vs Anastasia Potapova at the Australian Open (W) start?
The match starts on January 18, 2026, at 12:00 AM local time (AEDT) at the Australian Open in Melbourne, corresponding to approximately 1:00 PM UTC on January 17.
Where is the Suzan Lamens vs Anastasia Potapova at the Australian Open (W) being played?
The match is at Melbourne Park in Melbourne, Australia, specifically on one of the outdoor hard courts like John Cain Arena or Rod Laver Arena, with the main stadium holding 15,000 spectators amid the tournament's 700-acre complex featuring 28 courts.
Suzan Lamens vs Anastasia Potapova at the Australian Open (W) prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Anastasia Potapova is predicted to win in straight sets with moneyline odds of 1.65, leveraging her superior ranking and Lamens' poor early 2026 form on DexWin. Lamens faces a steep challenge in her first-round qualifier path, while a Potapova victory sets up potential clashes with Emma Raducanu and Aryna Sabalenka.
What is the head to head record between Suzan Lamens vs Anastasia Potapova?
This is the first head-to-head meeting between Suzan Lamens and Anastasia Potapova, with no prior encounters. Potapova holds the ranking edge at No. 54, entering as the favorite in this Australian Open women's singles first-round clash.
