Jasmine Paolini vs Priscilla Hon: 2026 Merida Open Round of 16 Preview
Jasmine Paolini will face Priscilla Hon in the Round of 16 at the 2026 Merida Open. This match is part of the WTA 500 series, taking place at the Yucatán Country Club in Merida, Mexico. The outdoor hard court is set to host this exciting competition.
Match Details
- Event: 2026 Merida Open
- Participants: Jasmine Paolini vs. Priscilla Hon
- Date: February 26, 2026
- Location: Yucatán Country Club, Merida, Mexico
- Match Surface: Outdoor hard
How to Watch
This match will be broadcasted in the UK on Sky Sports Tennis and in the USA on the Tennis Channel. Fans can also stream the event online via Sky Go in the UK and the Tennis Channel in the USA.
Player Backgrounds
Jasmine Paolini is seeking to rebound from a challenging start to 2026. Throughout the year, she has experienced three consecutive defeats, including a significant loss to Iva Jovic at the Australian Open. Following this, she faced early exits in both Doha and Dubai against Maria Sakkari and Alexandra Eala.
Priscilla Hon, meanwhile, advanced to this stage as a lucky loser. She secured her place by winning a thrilling three-set match against Renata Zarazua, coming back from a 1-3 deficit in the final set to clinch victory with scores of 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 over two hours and 36 minutes.
Match Predictions
As Paolini aims to restore her confidence, experts lean toward her securing a straightforward win over Hon. Given the recent form of both players, Jasmine Paolini is favored to emerge victorious in straight sets.
Ticket Information
For fans eager to watch this match live, up-to-date ticket information can be found on Filmogaz.com.
