Aryna Sabalenka vs Polina Iatcenko Prediction & Picks - WTA US Open
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Aryna Sabalenka is projected to destroy a -6.5-game handicap against qualifier Polina Iatcenko in the second round of the 2026 US Open.
Current Form:
Aryna Sabalenka kicked off her US Open title defense with an authoritative win over Camila Osorio, 6-2, 6-4. The world No.1 is seeking her first Grand Slam title this year after going 0-for-3 in the first three majors in 2026.
World No.160 Polina Iatcenko advanced to the second round with a three-set win over Renata Zarazua, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6. Iatcenko entered the main draw as a qualifier, beating Andrea Lazaro Garcia 7-5, 6-1 in the final qualifying match.
The Matchup: Sabalenka will face Iatcenko for the first time. The Belarusian is a -5000 favorite over the 22-year-old qualifier.
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Aryna Sabalenka vs Polina Iatcenko Form
Aryna Sabalenka and Polina Iatcenko Latest Matches
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
Aug 31, 2026 - WTA US Open
Aug 19, 2026 - WTA Cincinnati Open
Aug 18, 2026 - WTA Cincinnati Open
Aug 16, 2026 - WTA Cincinnati Open
Aug 8, 2026 - WTA National Bank Open
Aug 6, 2026 - WTA National Bank Open
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
Aug 30, 2026 - WTA US Open
Aug 27, 2026 - WTA US Open
Aug 26, 2026 - WTA US Open
Aug 24, 2026 - WTA US Open
Aug 11, 2026 - WTA Cincinnati Open
Jul 25, 2026 - WTA Washington Citi Open
Aryna Sabalenka - Polina Iatcenko Key Points
- Aryna Sabalenka is 28-3 on the hard courts in 2026.
- Aryna Sabalenka is 5-0 against players outside the top-100 in 2026.
- Polina Iatcenko is 1-2 vs. top-100 players in 2026.
- Polina Iatcenko is 17-14 on the hard court in 2026.
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Our Aryna Sabalenka vs Polina Iatcenko Prediction
The Difference Maker: Aryna Sabalenka is usually ruthless whenever she faces a player outside the top 100.
Teodora Kostović was the last player not ranked inside the top 100 that Sabalenka faced. Sabalenka decimated Kostović 6-2, 6-3 in the first round of the 2026 Wimbledon Open.
What to Expect: It’s more likely Iatcenko will suffer the same fate as Kostović in her second-round match with Sabalenka. Sabalenka has the advantage in all departments, plus the Belarusian is playing with a chip on her shoulder in every match.
Fearless Forecast: Aryna Sabalenka wins 6-2, 6-2
Our betting prediction for Aryna Sabalenka vs. Polina Iatcenko: Aryna Sabalenka -6.5 gamesA Welcome Bonus for Aryna Sabalenka vs Polina Iatcenko!
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