Kateryna Volynets, a right-handed player born at the end of 2001, has a career win percentage of 57% across nearly 420 matches. Her current two-year performance mirrors this with a slightly improved win rate of 57.3%. Despite a rocky start to the season, where she has struggled on grass with a 0% win record in one prior match, Volynets has shown flashes of her potential, particularly with a solid first serve percentage that hovers around 75.7%.
Recently, Volynets has faced a challenging stretch, losing her last match against Jorge Bouzas Maneiro at WTA Nottingham. Although she secured victories against Kimberly Birrell and Panna Udvardy earlier, her overall trend remains stable, but concerning with three losses in her last five outings. This upcoming match at Wimbledon will be critical for her to find her footing and build confidence, especially given her unproven history on this prestigious grass surface.
Match results: Kateryna Volynets
17 Jun 2026WTA Nottingham
Kateryna Volynets
Jorge Bouzas Maneiro
02
57
L
16 Jun 2026WTA Nottingham
Mcclain Kessler
Kateryna Volynets
02
36
36
W
14 Jun 2026WTA Nottingham
Kateryna Volynets
Kimberly Birrell
21
26
64
W
13 Jun 2026WTA Nottingham
Panna Udvardy
Kateryna Volynets
02
57
26
W
9 Jun 2026WTA Hertogenbosch
Kateryna Volynets
Zeynep Sonmez
12
36
62
36
L
7 Jun 2026WTA Hertogenbosch
Kateryna Volynets
Liu Zhu
10
61
W
6 Jun 2026WTA Hertogenbosch
Kateryna Volynets
Nao Hibino
20
62
62
W
27 May 2026WTA French Open
Marta Kostyuk
Kateryna Volynets
20
63
63
L
24 May 2026WTA French Open
Kateryna Volynets
C. Burel
20
63
61
W
15 May 2026Paris
Kateryna Volynets
Yulia Starodubtseva
12
57
62
26
L
Liam Samson
Player Overview
Liam Samson, born in 2008, has quickly established himself with a career win percentage of 69% over 116 matches. His current two-year trajectory is impressive, registering a 67.1% win rate, and has recently shown significant improvement, winning 80% of his last five matches. With a strong performance identity on clay, where he maintains a win percentage of nearly 65%, Samson has the tools to challenge opponents across surfaces, although he has yet to demonstrate his prowess on grass.
Samson's recent form has been a rollercoaster, highlighted by a win over Daria Semenistaja but marred by a recent loss to Lucia Bronzetti. His qualification matches in Modena have shown promise, yet the inconsistency against higher-ranked players raises questions. As he steps onto Wimbledon’s grass, Samson must leverage his recent victories to assert himself; otherwise, he risks falling short against a determined Volynets.
Match results: Liam Samson
13 Jun 2026Modena (Italy) - Qualification
L. Bronzetti
Liam Samson
10
61
L
12 Jun 2026Modena (Italy) - Qualification
Karina Quevedo
Liam Samson
02
36
46
W
10 Jun 2026Modena (Italy) - Qualification
Liam Samson
Daria Semenistaja
20
62
75
W
8 Jun 2026Modena (Italy) - Qualification
Aoran Wang
Liam Samson
01
57
W
3 Jun 2026Makarska
Alberto Lazaro Garcia
Liam Samson
20
64
61
L
31 May 2026W75 Kursumlijska Banja
Lana Radivojevic
Liam Samson
12
36
63
57
W
30 May 2026W75 Kursumlijska Banja
L. Zaar
Liam Samson
12
64
46
W
29 May 2026W75 Kursumlijska Banja
T. Kostovic
Liam Samson
02
06
46
W
28 May 2026W75 Kursumlijska Banja
Mihai Sorin Popa
Liam Samson
02
36
46
W
26 May 2026W75 Kursumlijska Banja
G. Ivanovic
Liam Samson
02
16
26
W
Players Analysis
Kateryna Volynets has shown a solid performance recently, winning 6 out of her last 10 matches, including a notable victory against Kimberly Birrell in the Nottingham final. Her recent form indicates a strong competitive edge, particularly on clay surfaces. In contrast, Liam Samson has also been in good form, winning 8 of her last 10 matches, with a recent victory in the W75 Kursumlijska Banja final. However, her performance against higher-ranked opponents has been inconsistent.
Historically, Volynets has struggled against Samson, losing their only previous encounter at the 2023 French Open. This psychological factor may play a role in their upcoming match, as Samson has demonstrated the ability to perform well under pressure.
Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors
In terms of statistics, Volynets has an overall win percentage of 57.0%, while Samson boasts a higher win percentage of 69.0%. Volynets has a slightly better ace percentage (1.3%) compared to Samson (1.9%), but Samson has a higher percentage of first serve points won (62.5% vs. 57.9%). The recent form trends indicate that Volynets has a win percentage of 60.0% in her last 10 matches, while Samson has an impressive 80.0% win rate in the same timeframe. This suggests that Samson is currently in better form.
Both players have shown resilience in their matches, but Samson's recent victories against lower-ranked opponents may not fully prepare her for Volynets' competitive spirit. The match will be played on grass, which may favor Samson's style of play, given her recent success on this surface.
Kateryna Volynets — Liam Samson Prediction
Considering the recent form, head-to-head history, and surface advantages, the prediction leans towards Liam Samson winning the match. However, Volynets' competitive nature and recent performances cannot be overlooked. The match is expected to be closely contested, with Samson likely to edge out Volynets in a tight two-set victory.
Final score in sets: 2:0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: Liam Samson, Set 2: Liam Samson
Expected aces: 4
Double faults: 3
Break points: 5
In terms of tactical expectations, Volynets will likely focus on aggressive baseline play to counter Samson's serve. However, if Samson can maintain her first serve percentage and capitalize on break points, she could secure a swift victory. The match may hinge on the effectiveness of Volynets' return game against Samson's powerful serves.
3 Reasons Why Liam Samson Will Win
Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors Liam Samson 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors Liam Samson.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, Liam Samson has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than Kateryna Volynets, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
DateMatchWSADFBP
23.06.2026 15:00Wimbledon
Kateryna Volynets
Liam Samson
02
0011
46
32
35
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