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WTA Wimbledon

Prediction S. Cirstea vs K. Birrell — 02.07.2026

Daniel Carter

WTA - 27

S. Cirstea - K. Birrell

WTA Wimbledon 1/32-finals

July 2, 2026 • 12:00

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

WTA - 82

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

9 Mar 2023

S. Cirstea - K. Birrell

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

WTA Indian Wells

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S. Cirstea

Player Overview

Across the last 5 matches, S. Cirstea posts a 0-0 record, with sets at 0-0. The sample includes opponents such as a mixed opponent pool, which gives a practical read on current form.

For the upcoming fixture, the key point is straightforward: S. Cirstea wins when early-game pace is controlled and second-serve drop-offs are limited. This stretch was built on recent events, so match-to-match stability matters more than a single isolated result.

Match results: S. Cirstea

30 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

S. Cirstea

S. Bejlek

1 0

6 1

12 Jun 2026 WTA London

S. Cirstea

E. Raducanu

0 2

4 6

2 6

9 Jun 2026 WTA London

S. Cirstea

M. Inglis

2 1

6 4

5 7

6 2

2 Jun 2026 WTA French Open

M. Andreeva

S. Cirstea

2 0

6 0

6 3

31 May 2026 WTA French Open

S. Cirstea

Xiy. Wang

1 0

6 3

29 May 2026 WTA French Open

S. Sierra

S. Cirstea

0 2

0 6

27 May 2026 WTA French Open

E. Lys

S. Cirstea

0 2

3 6

0 6

24 May 2026 WTA French Open

K. Efremova

S. Cirstea

0 2

3 6

1 6

14 May 2026 WTA Rome

S. Cirstea

C. Gauff

0 2

4 6

3 6

12 May 2026 WTA Rome

S. Cirstea

J. Ostapenko

1 0

6 1

K. Birrell

Player Overview

K. Birrell enters this match with a career trajectory that suggests she's on the rise, having recently achieved a string of victories including a solid win over Anna Korneeva at Wimbledon. Her current form, while not overwhelmingly dominant, shows promise as she aims to solidify her standing with a few key wins. Birrell's performance indicates she is starting to find her rhythm, especially on grass where she has shown adaptability.

Birrell's recent matches reflect a mixed bag—she defeated Barbora Krejcikova but fell short against P. Marcinko. Nevertheless, her victory against Korneeva suggests she possesses the tools necessary to challenge Cirstea effectively. As they clash, Birrell must maintain her composure and capitalize on Cirstea's vulnerabilities to advance deeper into the tournament.

Match results: K. Birrell

30 Jun 2026 WTA Wimbledon

K. Birrell

A. Korneeva

2 1

6 3

0 6

6 2

24 Jun 2026 WTA Eastbourne

P. Marcinko

K. Birrell

2 0

6 1

6 4

23 Jun 2026 WTA Eastbourne

K. Birrell

B. Krejcikova

1 0

6 3

21 Jun 2026 WTA Eastbourne

P. Stearns

K. Birrell

0 2

5 7

0 6

20 Jun 2026 WTA Eastbourne

I. Spink

K. Birrell

0 1

4 6

16 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham

A. Li

K. Birrell

2 1

4 6

6 4

14 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham

K. Volynets

K. Birrell

2 1

2 6

6 4

13 Jun 2026 WTA Nottingham

M. Xu

K. Birrell

0 2

2 6

3 6

8 Jun 2026 WTA Hertogenbosch

M. Linette

K. Birrell

2 1

2 6

6 1

6 2

28 May 2026 WTA French Open

O. Oliynykova

K. Birrell

2 1

6 3

0 6

Players Analysis

S. Cirstea has shown a solid performance recently, winning 6 out of her last 10 matches, including a victory against K. Birrell in their only previous encounter at the WTA Indian Wells in March 2023, where she won 2-0. K. Birrell, on the other hand, has had a mixed form, winning 5 out of her last 10 matches, but she has struggled against higher-ranked opponents.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their last matches, S. Cirstea has averaged 1.1 sets won per match, while K. Birrell has averaged 1.2 sets won. Cirstea's recent form includes a strong showing at the WTA Wimbledon, where she won her last match 1-0. The head-to-head record favors Cirstea, who has a 100% win rate against Birrell. Given the surface at Wimbledon, Cirstea's experience and recent form give her a significant advantage.

S. Cirstea — K. Birrell Prediction

Considering the head-to-head record, recent performances, and surface advantage, S. Cirstea is predicted to win this match. The forecast suggests a likely score of 2-0 in sets, with Cirstea winning both sets decisively.

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

In terms of tactics, S. Cirstea is expected to leverage her strong serve and aggressive baseline play to pressure K. Birrell, who may struggle to handle the pace and placement of Cirstea's shots. Cirstea's ability to break serve will be crucial, and she is likely to capitalize on any weaknesses in Birrell's return game.

3 Reasons Why S. Cirstea Will Win

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

Match Prediction

Date Match W S A DF BP

02.07.2026 12:00 WTA Wimbledon

S. Cirstea

K. Birrell

2 0

1 1 0 0