Elena Rybakina vs Katie Volynets prediction and betting tips on February 5, 2025

Game Prediction

On February 5, Elena Rybakina and Katie Volynets will meet in the second round of the Abu Dhabi tournament. Here’s our betting analysis for this matchup.
Elena Rybakina
The Kazakhstani star started her season representing her country in the United Cup, where her only loss came against Iga Swiatek. At the Australian Open, she confidently reached the fourth round but was eliminated by eventual champion Madison Keys (3-6, 6-1, 3-6).
Rybakina’s performances this year have proven she is capable of elite-level tennis. In Abu Dhabi, she is the top seed, entering the tournament directly in the second round. The 25-year-old is currently ranked No. 5 in the world.
Katie Volynets
The American player has had a disappointing start to the season. She crashed out in the first round of the Australian Open, losing in three sets to Rebecca Šramková, and suffered a similar early exit in Hobart. At 23 years old, she is currently ranked No. 68 in the world.
Volynets had to battle through qualification in Abu Dhabi, defeating Harriet Dart (6-4, 6-3) and Daria Saville (7-6, 6-3) to enter the main draw. In the first round, she survived a tough match against Sonay Kartal, winning 3-6, 6-4, 6-4.
Match Facts
- Rybakina has won 6 of 8 matches this season.
- Volynets has played 8 matches this season, winning 5.
- Betting odds: Rybakina – 1.09, Volynets – 8.00.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
The players have met once before, at Roland Garros 2022, where Rybakina dominated with a 6-4, 6-0 victory.
Prediction
There is little intrigue in this match, as Rybakina is the clear favorite and should win comfortably. While Volynets has played three matches in Abu Dhabi, giving her time to adapt to the conditions, she is outmatched in terms of skill and experience. A strong betting option is Rybakina to win with a -6 game handicap.
