WTA Ranking: 42
Stearns is an aggressive baseline hitter known for her heavy forehand and solid footwork on clay. She brings intensity to every point and uses her physical strength to control rallies from the back of the court. Comfortable on slower surfaces, she has adapted her game well to clay.
Achievements: In 2024, Stearns broke into the WTA Top 50 and reached multiple quarterfinals on clay, including a strong showing in Charleston and Madrid. She’s become a consistent presence in main draws and continues to build her profile on the tour.
WTA Ranking: 183
Brancaccio is a tenacious counterpuncher who relies on timing, angles, and smart placement rather than power. She’s effective at extending rallies and exploiting errors. On clay, she’s shown resilience and often thrives in scrappy, drawn-out points.
Achievements: While she hasn’t made a major breakthrough on the WTA Tour, Brancaccio has several ITF titles to her name and has been a regular in WTA qualifying rounds. She’s also been a part of Italy’s Fed Cup team and has played well in domestic tournaments.
This matchup heavily favors Peyton Stearns, who has the firepower and clay-court experience to dominate from the start. Brancaccio’s defensive style may delay the inevitable, but Stearns’ pace and court control should overwhelm her.
Prediction: Stearns to win in straight sets. Her consistency, power, and recent clay-court form give her a clear edge. Explore our organized and reliable tennis prediction portal for all formats.
Peyton Stearns is expected to dominate this match with her aggressive baseline game and solid clay-court experience. Brancaccio may struggle to match Stearns' pace and power, especially on a surface where Stearns thrives.
Total score Under 18.5
Handicap -5.5 for Stearns
Both players to win a set – No offers great value.
Asian Total Under 17.5 is also a solid pick.
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