Rankings & Form
Marta Kostyuk arrives at the US Open as the higher-ranked player at No. 11 with 3,980 points, demonstrating steady progress on the WTA tour. Her recent form string of WWLWW highlights a strong run, including two straight sets wins in her last two matches. Elena Alexandrova, ranked 19th with 2,186 points, has shown flashes of quality despite a slightly inconsistent run of WWLLW. Both players have momentum from recent victories, but Kostyuk’s higher ranking and points suggest she is the more established contender here.
Head-to-Head Record
This will be the second meeting between Kostyuk and Alexandrova, with Elena holding a narrow 1-0 advantage from their clash in Portoroz. That encounter was competitive, ending 2-1 in favor of Alexandrova, indicating a tightly contested rivalry. Since their only meeting, Kostyuk has improved her form and ranking, so this match could swing either way, but the previous result gives Alexandrova a slight psychological edge.
Recent Results
Kostyuk has been dominant in her last two matches, winning 2-0 each time before a challenging 2-1 loss. Her ability to close out matches in straight sets has been impressive, especially on hard courts. Alexandrova’s recent results include a mix of wins and losses, notably a 1-2 loss that might have tested her resilience. The contrast in their recent scorelines points to Kostyuk’s sharper form heading into this US Open fixture.
Betting Angle
Given the aggressive baseline play and solid serves from both players, the match is expected to extend beyond 22.5 total games, which is supported by the expert pick at roughly 1.85 odds. Alexandrova’s proven ability to stretch matches and Kostyuk’s determination to assert her ranking make a longer match likely. While the AI slightly favors Alexandrova to win at around 2.10, backing the games total might offer a safer betting opportunity considering their recent score patterns and tactical styles.
