Yulia Putintseva vs Sloane Stephens Prediction & Picks - WTA French Open

Familiar foes by now, Sloane Stephens and Yulia Putintseva have faced each other seven times before, playing each other just three weeks ago in Rome. In the Italian capital Stephens failed to bring her best game, but we shouldn't be too surprised if this is a more hard-fought encounter. After all, the pair have a history of sharing tight, three-set matches. Moreover, Sloane Stephens is more likely to get seriously competitive on French clay-courts, which is something she tends to do. When the pair met at this tournament last season, Stephens won in three sets. Putintseva may fancy herself to take revenge for that defeat following that recent Rome win, but even if she does come out on top, she'll likely have to work harder. With six of the previous seven renewals of this match going the distance, betting on the maximum sets to be played here appeals. Our Prediction: Over 2.5 Sets.