Who is favored to win the Cristina Bucsa vs Donna Vekic at the Merida (W)?
Cristina Bucsa is favored to win against Donna Vekic with odds of 1.75, thanks to her stronger recent clay court form, winning 4 of her last 5 matches on the surface, while Vekic has struggled with 2 losses in her past 3 clay outings. Bucsa's superior serve hold percentage of 85% this season gives her the edge at the Merida venue.
What time does Cristina Bucsa vs Donna Vekic at the Merida (W) start?
The match starts at 4:00 PM EST on February 24, 2026, local time in Merida, Mexico, aligning with the tournament schedule for optimal afternoon play on outdoor clay courts.
Where is the Cristina Bucsa vs Donna Vekic at the Merida (W) being played?
The match is at the Centro de Convenciones Yucatán Siglo XXI in Merida, Mexico, an outdoor clay court venue with a capacity for over 5,000 spectators, known for its humid conditions favoring baseline players like Bucsa.
Cristina Bucsa vs Donna Vekic at the Merida (W) prediction & odds – who is expected to win?
Donna Vekic is the underdog at odds of 2.15, but Bucsa's prediction to win in straight sets at 1.75 odds is supported by her 7-2 record in recent Merida events and Vekic's 60% win rate on clay this year with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What is the head to head record between Cristina Bucsa vs Donna Vekic?
In their head-to-head record, Donna Vekic leads Cristina Bucsa 3-1, with their last meeting in February 2026 at Abu Dhabi resulting in a 6-4, 7-5 Vekic win; however, Bucsa won their sole clay encounter 6-3, 6-2 in 2025.
