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Caty McNally vs. Himeno Sakatsume prediction, odds, picks for Australian Open 2026
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get McNally vs Sakatsume predictions for Australian Open 2026.
Caty McNally will face Himeno Sakatsume in the first round of the Australian Open Women's Singles 2026 on Saturday.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven tennis model predicts Caty McNally as the most likely winner of the McNally vs. Sakatsume match.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's match, including best bets and picks.
McNally vs. Sakatsume prediction: Who will win and advance to the second round?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's McNally-Sakatsume women's singles match 10,000 times as part of our tennis predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives McNally a 69% chance of defeating Sakatsume in the Australian Open 2026.
Additionally, McNally has a 66% chance of winning the first set. The simulations also show McNally (-3.5) has a 53% chance of covering the games spread, while the over 21.5 games has a 51% chance of hitting**, according to our model.
Caty McNally vs. Himeno Sakatsume odds
We have sourced the most up-to-date betting odds in America for this match, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | McNally | Sakatsume |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -210 | +200 |
| First Set | -200 | +162 |
| Game Spread | +3.5 (-116) | -3.5 (-116) |
| Total Games | o21.5 (-110) | u21.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
McNally vs. Sakatsume picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 | McNally | -210 |
| First Set | Sakatsume | -110 |
According to our tennis best bets, the top play to make on this match is *Caty McNally to win.
McNally vs. Sakatsume updates and essential details
The Australian Open 2026 match between Caty McNally and Himeno Sakatsume is scheduled to begin on Saturday at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Caty McNally vs. Himeno Sakatsume
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Approx. Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Tournament: Australian Open Women's Singles 2026
- Round: First round
All dates and times in this article are United States Eastern Time unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
We predict Caty McNally, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat Himeno Sakatsume at the Australian Open 2026.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate McNally vs. Sakatsume insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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