Paula Badosa vs Elina Svitolina Prediction - WTA Dubai 2026
Last updated: Feb 17, 2026, 1:04PM | Published: Feb 16, 2026, 10:56PM
Paula Badosa will face Elina Svitolina in the round of 32 at the 2026 WTA Dubai tournament on Wednesday.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Badosa vs Svitolina match, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Badosa-Svitolina women's singles match 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives Svitolina a 67% chance of beating Badosa at the WTA Dubai tournament.
Badosa vs Svitolina: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's WTA Dubai match between Badosa and Svitolina are shown below:
- Head to Head: Badosa $3.00, Svitolina $1.40
- First Set: Badosa $2.62, Svitolina $1.50
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has Badosa at $3.00 and Svitolina at $1.40.
TAB currently has odds for Badosa to win the first set at $2.62 and odds for Svitolina to win the first set at $1.50.
Badosa vs Svitolina: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Badosa at $3.00 with TAB
- First Set: Svitolina at $1.80 with TAB (53% probability)
Stats Insider's Paula Badosa vs Elina Svitolina predictions are based on market-leading modelling and betting expertise to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
Even though our predictive analytics model suggests that Svitolina is more likely to win the match, betting on Badosa to win is our preferred option due to the edge we identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds that are currently available.
Using the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
And while Svitolina is more likely to win the first set on this occassion, our suggested bet of Svitolina ($1.80) is based on the expectation of that happening, per our model, and the betting odds currently available.
Badosa vs Svitolina: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Paula Badosa vs Elina Svitolina match at the WTA Dubai tournament, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Badosa-Svitolina match at the WTA Dubai event.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips for every tennis match, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Badosa vs Svitolina: WTA Dubai Essential Details
The 2026 WTA Dubai match between Paula Badosa and Elina Svitolina is scheduled to commence at 12:00am AEDT.
- Match: Paula Badosa vs Elina Svitolina
- Date: Wednesday 18 February 2026
- Approx. Time: 12:00am AEDT
- Event: WTA Dubai, UAE Women's Singles 2026
- Round: Round of 32
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Paula Badosa vs Elina Svitolina predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our tennis tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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