2026 Hobart International: Danilovic vs. Kessler – Match Preview and Odds
In an exciting matchup at the 2026 Hobart International, Olga Danilovic will face McCartney Kessler in the Round of 32. This highly anticipated match will take place on Sunday, January 11, on a hard court surface.
Matchup Overview
- Players: Olga Danilovic (World No. 67) vs. McCartney Kessler (World No. 31)
- Date: January 11, 2026
- Tournament: Hobart International
- Round: Round of 32
- Court Surface: Hard
Betting Odds
- Danilovic’s Odds: +160
- Kessler’s Odds: -210
Performance Statistics
Over the past year, Danilovic has posted a 7-9 record on hard courts. She has a serve winning percentage of 69.4% and a return winning percentage of 27.9%.
- Break Points Won: 41.8% (46 of 110)
- Recent Performance: Quarterfinals loss at the Kinoshita Group Japan Open on October 17, 2025, to Tereza Valentova (6-4, 2-6, 3-6).
Kessler, on the other hand, holds a stronger record of 22-16 on hard courts across 16 tournaments in the last year. Her service game success rate stands at 66.3%, and she has a return game success of 37.1%.
- Break Points Won: 43.4% (151 of 348)
- Recent Performance: Lost to Madison Keys (4-6, 3-6) in the Round of 32 at the Brisbane International on January 5, 2026.
Match Prediction
According to the betting odds, Kessler is the favorite with a 67.7% implied probability of winning. However, Danilovic will aim to leverage her skills to upset the odds. Fans can watch this thrilling encounter on the Tennis Channel and other sports networks.
