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Taylah Preston vs. Iva Jovic prediction, odds, picks for WTA Hobart International 2026
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Get Preston vs Jovic predictions for WTA Hobart International.
Taylah Preston will take on Iva Jovic in the semifinals at the WTA Hobart event on Friday.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven tennis model projects Iva Jovic as the most likely winner of the Preston vs. Jovic match.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's match, including best bets and picks.
Preston vs. Jovic prediction: Who will win and advance to the final?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's Preston-Jovic women's singles match 10,000 times as part of our tennis predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives Jovic a 77% chance of beating Preston at the WTA Hobart International tournament.
Additionally, Jovic has a 71% chance of winning the first set. The simulations also show Preston (+5.5) has a 53% chance of covering the games spread, while the over 19.5 games has a 52% chance of hitting**, according to our model.
Taylah Preston vs. Iva Jovic odds
We have researched the most up-to-date betting odds in America for this match, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Preston | Jovic |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +360 | -442 |
| First Set | +275 | -357 |
| Game Spread | -5.5 (-110) | +5.5 (-120) |
| Total Games | o19.5 (-112) | u19.5 (-118) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Preston vs. Jovic picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Preston | +360 |
| First Set | Jovic | -112 |
According to our tennis best bets, the top play to make on this match is over 19.5 total games.
Preston vs. Jovic updates and essential details
The WTA Hobart International match between Taylah Preston and Iva Jovic is scheduled to begin on Friday at 12:10 AM ET.
- Who: Taylah Preston vs. Iva Jovic
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
- Approx. Time: 12:10 AM ET/9:10PM PT
- Tournament: WTA Hobart, Australia Women's Singles 2026
- Round: Semifinals
All dates and times mentioned in this article are United States Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
We predict Iva Jovic, with a 77% win probability, will likely beat Taylah Preston at the WTA Hobart International tournament.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Preston vs. Jovic insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn 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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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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