Elina Svitolina vs Iva Jovic Prediction & Picks - ASB Classic
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by Lou Aguila in Tennis Picks
No.1 seed Elina Svitolina will test American rising star Iva Jovic of the United States in the semifinals of the 2026 ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand, on Saturday.
Svitolina is the clear-cut favorite here at -335, but Jovic rides momentum after she posted back-to-back straight-set victories.
Best Pick: Iva Jovic +4.5 Games (-116)
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Current Form:
Jovic continues to prove she’s one of the fast-rising young players to watch out for on the WTA Tour in 2026 after showcasing her scintillating form this week. Jovic shook off early-season rust to beat Gabriela Knutson of the Czech Republic 4-6, 6-1, 6-0 before posting back-to-back straight-set victories over Sara Bejlek 7-6, 6-4.
After cruising in the first two matches, Svitolina faced but still hurdled a strong challenge from Sonay Kartal of Great Britain 6-4, 6-7, 7-6. Svitolina came out on top of the slugfest by gutting out important points in the swing moments of the match, including the tiebreaker in the third set.
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Elina Svitolina vs Iva Jovic Form
Elina Svitolina and Iva Jovic Latest Matches
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
Jan 9, 2026 - ASB Classic
Jan 8, 2026 - ASB Classic
Jan 6, 2026 - ASB Classic
Dec 18, 2025 - World Tennis League, Women Singles
Dec 17, 2025 - World Tennis League, Women Singles
Sep 19, 2025 - Billie Jean King Cup
5/6 (83%)
1/6 (17%)
Jan 8, 2026 - ASB Classic
Jan 6, 2026 - ASB Classic
Jan 4, 2026 - ASB Classic
Nov 8, 2025 - WTA 125K Austin, USA Women Singles
Nov 7, 2025 - WTA 125K Austin, USA Women Singles
Nov 6, 2025 - WTA 125K Austin, USA Women Singles
Elina Svitolina - Iva Jovic Key Points
- Elina Svitolina defeated Sonay Kartal 6-4, 6-7, 7-6 in the quarterfinals of the 2025 ASB Classic.
- Elina Svitolina has converted 54.8 percent of breakpoint chances.
- Iva Jovic defeated Sofia Costoulas 6-2, 7-6 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 ASB Classic.
- Iva Jovic is a career 0-4 against the top-20 players.
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Our Elina Svitolina vs Iva Jovic Prediction
Fearless Forecast: Elina Svitolina beats Iva Jovic 7-6, 4-6, 6-4
Reasoning: Svitolina is the favorite here because of her experience and top-20 status, but she should not take her semifinal opponent lightly. The 18-year-old Jovic is oozing with talent and potential, and she proved just that in her wins in this tournament. Jovic has already won a WTA 500 title in Guadalajara last year, making her ready for the big matches such as this. I predict a back-and-forth battle between these two players, but in the end, the more experienced one will prevail.
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