2026 Australian Open: Mertens vs. Tararudee Match Preview, Prediction, and Odds
Elise Mertens will take on Lanlana Tararudee in the Round of 128 at the 2026 Australian Open. This match is scheduled for Sunday, January 18, and will be televised on ESPN+268. Mertens holds the better ranking at No. 21 compared to Tararudee’s No. 131.
Match Overview
Mertens is favored to win with odds of -350, while Tararudee boasts odds of +260. According to BetMGM Sportsbook, these odds reflect the players’ recent performances on hard courts.
Broadcast Information
- Tournament: Australian Open
- Round: Round of 128
- Date: January 18, 2026
- TV Channel: ESPN+268
- Live Streaming: Available on Fubo
- Court Surface: Hard
Player Performance and Statistics
Elise Mertens
Mertens’ recent performance on hard courts shows her winning one title with a 17-12 record over the past year. Here are her stats:
- Service Game Win Percentage: 73.9%
- Return Game Win Percentage: 36.7%
- Break Points Converted: 42.3% (105 out of 248)
- Ranking in Break Points Won: 57th
Her last tournament appearance ended in a defeat against Tereza Valentova on October 16 in the Round of 16.
Lanlana Tararudee
Tararudee has a 10-6 record over the last year on hard courts. Here are her performance statistics:
- Service Game Win Percentage: 69.4% (120 out of 173)
- Return Game Win Percentage: 41.3% (71 out of 172)
- Break Points Converted: 49.6% (69 out of 139)
- Ranking in Break Points Won: 106th
In her last tournament, Tararudee faced En-Shuo Liang in the semifinals, where she was defeated on November 27.
Match Prediction
The implied probability of winning for Mertens stands at 77.8% per the moneyline odds. Given her competitive edge and recent form, she is expected to assert her dominance against Tararudee.
For ongoing updates and in-depth analysis of the Australian Open, stay tuned to Filmogaz.com. This highly anticipated matchup promises to be an exciting encounter for tennis enthusiasts.
