Naomi Osaka vs Anastasia Zakharova AI Prediction

N. Osaka to win first set

Given Osaka's higher ranking and recent strong performances, she is favored to take the first set against Zakharova, who has struggled lately. With Osaka winning 3 out of her last 5 matches, compared to Zakharova's 4 consecutive losses, the odds are in Osaka's favor to start strong. The hard court surface also enhances Osaka's chances to dominate early in the match.