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WTA Livesport Prague Open

Prediction A. Ito vs G. Knutson — 18.07.2026

Daniel Carter

ATP - 86

A. Ito - G. Knutson

Livesport Prague Open

July 18, 2026 • 12:30

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

ATP - 182

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 1

H2H W-L 1-0-0

Avg sets per match 2.00

Last 5 W-L 1-0

Last 3 W-L 1-0

Current streak W1

Sets balance +2

Avg sets (last 5) 2.00

Sets range 2-2

3-set matches 0 (0%)

2-0 / 2-1 split 1/0 • 0/0

100% 1 Wins

0% 0 Draws

0% 0 Wins

Last 1 match

Date

Match

Score

Tournament

Surface

31 Jan 2024

G. Knutson - A. Ito

0:2 (3-6, 3-6)

W75 Burnie

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A. Ito

Player Overview

Airi Ito has been struggling to find her footing on the circuit, with a career baseline win percentage hovering around 44% on hard courts. Currently, she is experiencing a declining trend, having lost all five of her most recent matches. This downturn has been particularly evident in her return game, where she has struggled against both aggressive and consistent opponents.

In her last outing, Ito suffered a straight-sets defeat to Anna Korneeva, failing to win a single set. Her previous matches indicate a trend of early exits, with losses against players like Dayana Yastremska and Diane Parry. As she steps onto the court against G. Knutson, the pressure to reverse her fortunes will weigh heavily on her, making this a critical match for her season.

Match results: A. Ito

14 Jul 2026 Athens (Greece) - Qualification

A. Ito

A. Korneeva

0 2

2 6

1 6

12 Jul 2026 Athens (Greece) - Qualification

A. Ito

Y. Mansouri

2 0

6 4

6 0

29 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

D. Yastremska

A. Ito

2 1

4 6

7 5

20 Jun 2026 WTA Bad Homburg

D. Parry

A. Ito

2 0

6 2

6 1

15 Jun 2026 WTA Berlin

P. Marcinko

A. Ito

2 1

6 2

4 6

6 2

7 Jun 2026 WTA London

A. Ruzic

A. Ito

2 0

6 3

6 4

31 May 2026 Birmingham

M. Sawangkaew

A. Ito

1 0

6 3

30 May 2026 Birmingham

A. Rajecki

A. Ito

0 2

4 6

2 6

20 May 2026 WTA French Open

L. Sun

A. Ito

2 0

6 3

19 May 2026 WTA French Open

J. Vandromme

A. Ito

0 2

5 7

G. Knutson

Player Overview

Greta Knutson has struggled to establish herself in the competitive landscape, with a career baseline win percentage around 35% on hard courts. This season, she is also on a declining trend, reflecting her recent form. Her Elo rating has not improved significantly over the last two years, indicating persistent challenges in her performance consistency.

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Match results: G. Knutson

15 Jul 2026 Istanbul 2 (Turkey) - Qualification

G. Knutson

L. Tararudee

1 2

6 4

4 6

1 6

13 Jul 2026 Istanbul 2 (Turkey) - Qualification

G. Knutson

I. Kurt

2 1

6 4

4 6

6 0

8 Jul 2026 W50 Corroios-Seixal

G. Knutson

H. Shi

0 2

2 6

1 6

23 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

A. Krueger

G. Knutson

2 0

7 5

13 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

M. Kubka

G. Knutson

2 0

7 5

6 1

12 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

V. Ryser

G. Knutson

0 2

3 6

5 7

11 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

L. Ipunesso

G. Knutson

0 2

1 6

0 6

9 Jun 2026 W50 Hurghada (Egypt)

O. Danilova

G. Knutson

0 2

2 6

4 6

4 Jun 2026 Birmingham

N. Bartunkova

G. Knutson

1 0

6 4

2 Jun 2026 Birmingham

G. Knutson

J. Garland

1 0

6 3

Players Analysis

A. Ito has struggled recently, losing 8 out of her last 10 matches, with her only victories coming against lower-ranked opponents. In contrast, G. Knutson has shown more resilience, winning 4 out of her last 10 matches, including a recent victory against I. Kurt. Their previous encounter ended with A. Ito defeating G. Knutson 2-0 in sets, indicating a psychological advantage for A. Ito.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

A. Ito's recent form has been poor, with a goals for average of 0.8 and goals against average of 1.3 in her last 10 matches. G. Knutson, while also inconsistent, has a more balanced goals for and against average of 1.0. The head-to-head record favors A. Ito, who has won their only previous match convincingly. This match will be played on hard court, a surface where both players have had mixed success, but A. Ito's previous win over G. Knutson could play a crucial role in her confidence.

A. Ito — G. Knutson Prediction

Given the recent performances and head-to-head results, A. Ito is slightly favored to win this match. However, G. Knutson's recent form suggests she could push A. Ito to a competitive match.

Final score in sets: 2:0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: A. Ito, Set 2: A. Ito
Expected aces: 3
Double faults: 2
Break points: 4

A. Ito is expected to rely on her strong baseline game and attempt to dominate the rallies, while G. Knutson will need to focus on her serve to avoid giving A. Ito easy points. If G. Knutson can capitalize on her break points, she might extend the match, but A. Ito's previous victory suggests she has the upper hand.

3 Reasons Why A. Ito Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors A. Ito 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors A. Ito.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, A. Ito has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than G. Knutson, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

Date Match W S A DF BP

18.07.2026 12:30 Livesport Prague Open

A. Ito

G. Knutson

2 0

1 1 0 0