Wimbledon kicks off on Monday at the All England Club, and anticipation is high for some thrilling matchups. Among the standout first-round contests are Madison Keys versus Elena-Gabriela Ruse and Elina Svitolina against Anna Bondar.
In the first clash, Madison Keys is heavily favored at -450 against Ruse, who sits at +320. This match takes place at 7:40 a.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC. Madison Keys, who recently claimed her first major title at the Australian Open, is keen to improve on her previous Wimbledon performances, where she has reached the quarterfinals on two occasions (2015 and 2023). After a tough exit last year due to a hamstring injury in the Round of 16, she will be looking for redemption. Despite a less than stellar grass season leading up to Wimbledon, losing in the semifinals at the Queen’s Club and in Berlin, Keys holds a psychological edge over Ruse. They previously met at the Australian Open, where Keys triumphed in three sets, suggesting she can command the match despite Ruse’s preferred clay surface.
The recommended pick for this match is an under on the total games at 20.5.
In the second match, Elina Svitolina faces Anna Bondar as a significant favorite at -2000, while Bondar’s odds stand at +1100. This match is scheduled for 6 a.m. ET. Svitolina recently defeated Bondar in a tightly contested match at Roland Garros, where she won 7-6(4), 7-5. Despite both players performing better on clay, Svitolina’s experience and solid performance on grass should place her at an advantage. With a commendable 30-10 record this year following her journey to the quarterfinals in Paris, Svitolina aims to secure a straightforward win, predicted to come in straight sets. The suggested bet here could be Bondar with a +6.5 spread, offering a more promising outlook than the under on total games at 17.5.
Overall, these matches present exciting opportunities not only for fans but also for those interested in the betting perspectives, as both Keys and Svitolina head into their matches with solid credentials and significant expectations.