French Open 2021: Serena Williams vs Irina-Camelia Begu-Preview, Head to Head and Prediction

23-time Grand Slam champion and 7th-seed Serena Williams will begin her campaign against Irina-Camelia Begu in a first round match at the French Open 2021. Winner at Roland Garros thrice, last coming way back in 2015, Serena has her task cut out this time around as her performance on clay court tournaments this year has been far from satisfactory.

Match Details:

Serena Williams vs Irina-Camelia Begu: Preview

Talking about the form coming into the tournament, Serena has looked rusty to say the least ever since she has come from her hiatus which she took after the Australian Open 2021. The 39-year old American last played in the Parma Open 2021, where she suffered a shock, straight-set defeat at the hands of Katerina Siniakova 6-7, 2-6 in the second round.

Similarly, Begu has also shown decline in form as the 30-year old Romanian failed to make even to the main draw of the Italian Open 2021.

Serena Williams vs Irina-Camelia Begu: Head to Head

Prior to their meeting at Roland Garros, the two players have faced each other once. That was a semifinal encounter at 2016 Italian Open, where Serena emerged triumphant, brushing aside Begu 6-4, 6-1 to advance to the final. So the legendary American leads the head-to-head record 1-0.

Serena Williams vs Irina-Camelia Begu: Prediction

Despite her dwindling form, Serena should win this contest without a fuss. Having said that, it is a great opportunity for Begu to show that she is not just a mere pushover and can give a tough fight to the best in the world.

Match Prediction: Serena Williams defeats Irina-Camelia Begu comfortably in straight sets.

Also read: French Open 2021: Women’s Singles Draw Preview and Predictions

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