Our leading predictive model currently gives Jovic a 51% chance of winning against Townsend at the WTA Italian Open tournament.
Additionally, both Townsend and Jovic have an equal 50-50 chance of winning the first set. The simulations also show that the bookmakers have got it right with the -0.5 games spread, with each player projected to have a 50-50 chance of covering, while the over 21.5 games has a 53% chance of hitting, according to our model.
Taylor Townsend vs. Iva Jovic odds
We have researched the most up-to-date betting odds in America for this match, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Townsend | Jovic |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +112 | -130 |
| First Set | +100 | -125 |
| Game Spread | +0.5 (-110) | -0.5 (-145) |
| Total Games | o21.5 (-110) | u21.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Townsend vs. Jovic picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Townsend | +112 |
| First Set | Jovic | -110 |
According to our tennis best bets, the top play to make on this match is Taylor Townsend to win.
Although Townsend is less than likely to win, she provides the best value at the current available odds.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Townsend vs. Jovic updates and essential details
The WTA Italian Open match between Taylor Townsend and Iva Jovic is scheduled to begin on Saturday at 3:10 PM ET.
- Who: Taylor Townsend vs. Iva Jovic
- Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Approx. Time: 3:10 PM ET/12:10PM PT
- Tournament: WTA Rome, Italy Women’s Singles 2026
- Round: Round of 32
All dates and times mentioned in this article are United States Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
We predict Iva Jovic, with a 51% win probability, will likely beat Taylor Townsend at the WTA Italian Open tournament.
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