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2025 Wimbledon: Sakkari [85th] vs. Blinkova [69th] Prediction, Odds and Match Preview
In the Wimbledon Round of 128 on Tuesday, we have a matchup featuring No. 69-ranked Anna Blinkova against No. 85 Maria Sakkari.
Sakkari is favored over Blinkova for this match, with -165 odds against the the underdog's +130.
This match, and the rest of Wimbledon will air on ESPN, tune in there from June 23 - July 12.
Tennis odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Saturday at 6:39 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
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Based on the implied probility from the moneyline, Sakkari has a 62.3% to win.
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