Jelena Ostapenko, a right-handed player standing 177 cm tall, has built a formidable career with a win rate of 61.1% across 665 matches. Recently, she's shown improvement, posting a win percentage of 80% over her last five outings. Her Elo rating of 2231 highlights her competitive edge, particularly on hard courts, where she has performed well historically. Currently, her two-year trajectory reflects a 52.9% win rate, signaling an upward trend as she refines her game on grass.
In her last match at the WTA Eastbourne, Ostapenko defeated Fa Jones in straight sets, showcasing her strong service game. However, prior to that, she struggled at the WTA French Open, where she lost to Magda Linette. With a recent record that includes three wins in her last five matches, she enters this match with a chance to capitalize on her last performance. Her history at this event suggests she can build on this momentum against Jones.
Match results: Jelena Ostapenko
22 Jun 2026WTA Eastbourne
Jelena Ostapenko
Fa Jones
20
62
62
W
27 May 2026WTA French Open
Jelena Ostapenko
Magda Linette
12
26
62
26
L
25 May 2026WTA French Open
Jelena Ostapenko
Seidel
20
64
64
W
12 May 2026WTA Rome
Sorana Cirstea
Jelena Ostapenko
10
61
L
11 May 2026WTA Rome
A. Kalinskaya
Jelena Ostapenko
02
16
26
W
9 May 2026WTA Rome
Qinwen Zheng
Jelena Ostapenko
12
64
46
46
W
7 May 2026WTA Rome
Jelena Ostapenko
Gabriela Ruse
21
26
62
63
W
7 May 2026WTA Rome
Jelena Ostapenko
A. Anisimova
00
L
6 May 2026WTA Rome
Lorenzo Stefanini
Jelena Ostapenko
02
06
16
W
26 Apr 2026WTA Madrid
Anastasia Potapova
Jelena Ostapenko
21
46
64
64
L
Fa Jones
Player Overview
Fa Jones has carved out a solid career with a win rate of 62.5% over 384 matches, but her current form reflects a struggle to find her footing. With a two-year win percentage of 64.7% and an improving trend, she has the potential to bounce back. However, her Elo rating of 2036 indicates she faces a steep challenge against top-tier opponents like Ostapenko, especially on grass.
Jones faced Ostapenko in their recent encounter at the WTA Eastbourne, where she was unable to secure a single game, losing 2-0. Prior to that, she recorded back-to-back losses against Tiffany Gibson and Laura Siegemund. With her last five matches yielding no wins, she must find a way to turn the tide. The upcoming fixture against Ostapenko presents a significant test; if she can tap into her potential, she may yet find success.
Match results: Fa Jones
22 Jun 2026WTA Eastbourne
Jelena Ostapenko
Fa Jones
20
62
62
L
15 Jun 2026WTA Nottingham
Tiffany Gibson
Fa Jones
21
63
57
L
9 Jun 2026WTA London
Laura Siegemund
Fa Jones
20
62
63
L
27 May 2026WTA French Open
Fa Jones
Marie Bouzkova
01
06
L
24 May 2026WTA French Open
Fa Jones
B. Haddad Maia
21
16
62
W
19 May 2026WTA Rabat
Fa Jones
Y. Kotliar
12
62
36
46
L
8 May 2026Istanbul (Turkey) - Qualification
Mariya Timofeeva
Fa Jones
10
63
L
7 May 2026Istanbul (Turkey) - Qualification
Monnet
Fa Jones
12
26
63
26
W
5 May 2026Istanbul (Turkey) - Qualification
Ekaterine Gorgodze
Fa Jones
02
46
26
W
2 May 2026W100 Wiesbaden
Fa Jones
Michaela Pohankova
12
61
46
L
Players Analysis
Jelena Ostapenko has shown strong form recently, winning 8 out of her last 10 matches, including a decisive victory against Fa Jones in their most recent encounter, where she won 2-0. Ostapenko's performance has been characterized by her powerful serve and aggressive baseline play, which has allowed her to dominate her opponents. In contrast, Fa Jones has struggled with consistency, winning only 4 of her last 10 matches, and has faced challenges against higher-ranked opponents.
Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors
In their last match, Ostapenko won convincingly with a score of 2-0, showcasing her ability to control the match. Ostapenko's serve statistics are impressive, with a higher ace percentage and fewer double faults compared to Jones. Additionally, Ostapenko has a better break point conversion rate, which has been a crucial factor in her recent successes. On the other hand, Jones has had difficulties saving break points, which could be detrimental in a match against a player of Ostapenko's caliber.
Jelena Ostapenko — Fa Jones Prediction
Given the current form and head-to-head results, Jelena Ostapenko is favored to win this match against Fa Jones. The prediction is for Ostapenko to win in straight sets, reflecting her superior performance and recent form.
Final score in sets: 2:0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - Jelena Ostapenko, Set 2 - Jelena Ostapenko
Expected aces: 5
Double faults: 2
Break points: 4
Ostapenko's aggressive playing style and ability to dictate points will likely put Jones under pressure, forcing her to make errors. If Ostapenko can maintain her serve and capitalize on break points, she should secure a straightforward victory.
3 Reasons Why Jelena Ostapenko Will Win
Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors Jelena Ostapenko 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors Jelena Ostapenko.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, Jelena Ostapenko has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than Fa Jones, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
DateMatchWSADFBP
22.06.2026 17:05WTA Eastbourne
Jelena Ostapenko
Fa Jones
20
1100
52
23
41
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