Our Elsa Jacquemot vs Yulia Putintseva predictions center on two very different routes into the second round of the 2026 Australian Open.
Putintseva arrives with a narrow head-to-head edge and a track record of winning messy, extended matches, while Jacquemot moves on after one of the toughest first-round battles of the tournament.
Read on for my Elsa Jacquemot vs. Yulia Putintseva predictions and Australian Open picks for Tuesday, January 20.
Elsa Jacquemot vs Yulia Putintseva Matchday Snapshot
A quick-reference look at where this match stands before play, focusing on facts that matter for tracking rather than prediction.
- Round: Second Round
- Head-to-Head: Putintseva leads 1–0 (clay)
- First-Round Time on Court:
- Putintseva: 2h 53m
- Jacquemot: 3h 31m
- Notable Context:
- Putintseva overturned a third-set deficit in Round 1
- Jacquemot advanced in the first triple–tiebreak women’s match in Australian Open Open Era history
Who Will Win This Match
Yulia Putintseva (-260) should win this match. Her experience in extended, highly-contested matches gives her a clear edge against a younger opponent coming off a long first round.
While Elsa Jacquemot (+205) has earned her place here and can keep stretches of this match competitive, Putintseva’s ability to disrupt rhythm and manage the key moments better should be the difference maker.
Elsa Jacquemot vs Yulia Putintseva Best Bet
Over 21.5 games (-110 at Fanduel)
This matchup sets up for length rather than separation.
Putintseva wins by disruption and pressure, not quick scorelines, and her matches often feature long service games and momentum swings.
Jacquemot arrives off a heavy first-round workload but has shown she can hold serve and stay competitive even when under stress.
The total does not require an upset or a three-set match. Two tight sets are enough. Given the styles and recent paths, this match will likely go the distance.
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Phil Naessens is a tennis betting analyst and former tennis coach with decades of experience in player development and match analysis. He is the founder of Crush Rush News and host of the Crush & Rush Tennis Podcast, focusing on price-first betting strategy, market efficiency, and transparency in sports wagering.
