Katie Volynets faces Laura Samson in the Wimbledon qualifying round on grass. Katie Volynets holds the paper edge — ranked #99, defending last year's round of 64, a roughly 80-point grass Elo advantage.
Clear favourite · Volynets K. clearly ahead, but no certainty
Calibrated model · 65% favourite accuracy (2025–26, out-of-sample). Probability is a statistical estimate, not a certainty. How it works.
The Umpiry Score combines match-context factors — matchup, form, fatigue, travel and motivation — into a single 0–10 score, updated daily. Read how it works.
Direction of recent form — results vs Elo expectation blended with serve/return vs each player's baseline, over the last few months. About
Averages over each player's completed matches in the selected window (31 vs 22). ATP, WTA & Challenger.
Each player's serve crossed against the other's return, converted to expected hold of serve. Recent completed matches, ATP, WTA & Challenger. About
Volynets K.: 5 days rest · 2 matches, 31 games (7d) · Samson L.: 9 days rest · 4 matches (14d). Higher means fresher. About
No previous meetings on record.