22.06.2026 • Updated: 22.06.2026
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Prediction V. Williams vs Irina Camelia Begu — 22.06.2026

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WTA - 582
V. Williams - Irina Camelia Begu
WTA Bad Homburg 1/16-finals
June 22, 2026 15:30
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Irina Camelia Begu flag
WTA - 184

Tennis Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Total games 1
H2H W-L 0-0-1
Avg sets per match 3.00
Last 5 W-L 0-1
Last 3 W-L 0-1
Current streak L1
Sets balance 0
Avg sets (last 5) 3.00
Sets range 3-3
3-set matches 1 (99%)
2-0 / 2-1 split 0/0 • 0/1
0% 0 Wins
0% 0 Draws
100% 1 Wins
Last 1 match
Date
Match
Score
Tournament
Surface
22 Jun 2026
V. Williams - Irina Camelia Begu
1:2 (2-6, 6-4)
WTA Bad Homburg
V. Williams

Player Overview

Across the last 5 matches, V. Williams 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: V. Williams 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: V. Williams

22 Jun 2026 WTA Bad Homburg
V. Williams
Irina Camelia Begu
1 2
2 6
6 4
L
21 Apr 2026 WTA Madrid
Karina Quevedo
V. Williams
2 0
6 2
6 4
L
19 Mar 2026 WTA Miami
Fa Jones
V. Williams
2 0
7 5
7 5
L
5 Mar 2026 WTA Indian Wells
D Parr
V. Williams
2 0
6 3
6 1
L
24 Feb 2026 WTA Austin
V. Williams
A. Tomljanovic
0 2
4 6
1 6
L
18 Jan 2026 WTA Australian Open
Olga Danilovic
V. Williams
2 0
6 3
6 4
L
13 Jan 2026 WTA Hobart
Tania Maria
V. Williams
2 0
6 4
6 3
L
6 Jan 2026 WTA Auckland
Magda Linette
V. Williams
2 1
6 4
4 6
6 2
L
5 Dec 2025 Others matches
V. Williams
Madison Keys
0 1
0 6
L
26 Aug 2025 US Open
V. Williams
Karolina Muchova
1 2
3 6
6 2
1 6
L
Irina Camelia Begu

Player Overview

Irina Camelia Begu, with a career win percentage around 59%, has shown resilience in her last two years, accumulating a balanced record of 13 wins and 14 losses. Her recent form is stable, with a win rate of 60% over her last five matches, indicating she is capable of competitive performances. Despite a mixed bag of results, her Elo rating suggests she is still a formidable opponent on the circuit.

Begu’s recent matches culminate in a win against D Parr at the WTA Bad Homburg, but her performance has been inconsistent, highlighted by a loss to Sophie Lamens in the French Open. With a draw against Williams fresh in her mind, she will need to build on her recent momentum. If she can capitalize on Williams' struggles, this match could provide her an opportunity to solidify her standing and confidence heading into the next rounds.

Match results: Irina Camelia Begu

22 Jun 2026 WTA Bad Homburg
V. Williams
Irina Camelia Begu
1 2
2 6
6 4
W
21 Jun 2026 WTA Bad Homburg
D Parr
Irina Camelia Begu
0 1
4 6
W
20 Jun 2026 WTA Bad Homburg
Irina Camelia Begu
Tamara Korpatsch
2 0
6 1
6 4
W
20 May 2026 WTA French Open
Irina Camelia Begu
Sophie Lamens
0 2
4 6
3 6
L
18 May 2026 WTA French Open
E. Yaneva
Irina Camelia Begu
1 2
6 2
3 6
4 6
W
4 May 2026 WTA Rome
Anastasia Potapova
Irina Camelia Begu
2 0
6 1
7 5
L
21 Apr 2026 WTA Madrid
Laura Siegemund
Irina Camelia Begu
2 0
6 4
6 0
L
20 Jul 2025 Iasi
Jil Teichmann
Irina Camelia Begu
0 2
0 6
5 7
W
19 Jul 2025 Iasi
Irina Camelia Begu
Jaqueline Cristian
2 0
6 4
6 4
W
18 Jul 2025 Iasi
Irina Camelia Begu
Anna Siskova
2 1
6 2
3 6
7 5
W

Players Analysis

Venus Williams has struggled significantly in her recent matches, with a win rate of only 10% in her last ten matches. Her last victory came against Peyton Stearns in Washington, but she has since lost to various opponents, including Irina Camelia Begu. In contrast, Irina Camelia Begu has shown a more stable performance, winning 60% of her last ten matches, including a recent victory over Tamara Korpatsch in the semifinals of the WTA Bad Homburg.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their last encounter, Irina Camelia Begu defeated Venus Williams 2-1 in sets, showcasing her ability to perform under pressure. Begu's recent form indicates a strong upward trend, while Williams' form is declining. Additionally, Begu has a higher career win percentage (58.6%) compared to Williams (72.9%), but Williams has not been able to translate her experience into recent successes. On serve, Williams has a higher ace percentage (5.0%) compared to Begu (2.5%), but her double fault rate is also higher (6.8% vs. 4.5%).

V. Williams — Irina Camelia Begu Prediction

Considering the recent performances and head-to-head results, Irina Camelia Begu is favored to win this match. Her current form and recent victories give her a significant edge over Venus Williams, who has struggled to find her rhythm. The predicted score is likely to reflect a competitive match, but ultimately favor Begu.

  • Final score in sets: 2:1
  • Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: Irina Camelia Begu, Set 2: Venus Williams, Set 3: Irina Camelia Begu
  • Expected aces: 4
  • Double faults: 3
  • Break points: 5

In terms of tactical expectations, Irina Camelia Begu is likely to exploit Venus Williams' weaknesses on her second serve, aiming to pressure her into making more double faults. Begu's ability to return serves effectively will be crucial, especially given Williams' recent struggles with consistency. Expect Begu to play aggressively, taking control of rallies early to put Williams on the defensive.

3 Reasons Why Irina Camelia Begu Will Win

  • Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors Irina Camelia Begu 2:1 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
  • Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors Irina Camelia Begu.
  • Pressure Points. In recent matches, Irina Camelia Begu has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than V. Williams, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
Date Match W S A DF BP
22.06.2026 15:30 WTA Bad Homburg
V. Williams
Irina Camelia Begu
1 2
0 1 0 1 0 1
43
32
54