Nao Nishino vs Annika Penickova
Updated
Annika Penickova beat Nao Nishino 6-3, 6-3, matching the Tennis Gauge model's pick. Annika Penickova leads 1-0 in their head-to-head. Nishino is 8-2 in their last 10, Penickova 7-3.
Pre-match prediction
The model makes Annika Penickova a 72% favorite. The odds and the model roughly agree, so neither side shows value.
Model minus book: -10 pts
Model minus book: 0 pts
Model estimates, not betting advice. How the numbers work · Expected value of Annika Penickova at -250 · Model track record
Player comparison
| Nao Nishino | Annika Penickova | |
|---|---|---|
| Tennis Gauge rating | 6304 | 6545 |
| Tour rank | WTA #977 | WTA #476 |
| Last 10 matches | 8-2 | 7-3 |
| Last 30 days | 7-1 | 6-2 |
| Current streak | 1 Loss | 1 Win |
| Season record | 53-12 | 26-13 |
| UTR | 10.98 | 11.3 |
Head to head
Annika Penickova leads 1-0.
| Date | Winner | Score | Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.10.2026 | Annika Penickova | 6-3, 6-3 | USA Redding |
Recent form
Nao Nishino, last 10
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.10.2026 | Annika Penickova | L | 6-3, 6-3 |
| 17.10.2026 | Vivian Wolff | W | 6-7, 6-4, 2-1 |
| 15.10.2026 | Berta Passola | W | 6-3, 6-0 |
| 14.10.2026 | Abigail Rencheli | W | 7-5, 6-1 |
| 13.10.2026 | Shihomi Li Xuan Leong | W | 6-4, 6-2 |
| 27.09.2026 | Patricija Paukstyte | W | 1-6, 3-6 |
| 26.09.2026 | Mimi Xu | L | 6-1, 7-5 |
| 25.09.2026 | Mia Slama | W | 7-5, 6-4 |
| 24.09.2026 | Tatum Evans | W | 6-3, 6-2 |
| 23.08.2026 | Mayu Crossley | W | 7-6, 3-6, 6-2 |
Annika Penickova, last 10
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18.10.2026 | Nao Nishino | W | 6-3, 6-3 |
| 18.10.2026 | Connie Ma | L | 7-5, 6-2 |
| 17.10.2026 | Duru Soke | W | 6-3, 6-3 |
| 15.10.2026 | Jenna Defalco | W | 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 |
| 13.10.2026 | Amelie Justine Hejtmanek | W | 6-0, 6-3 |
| 10.10.2026 | Francesca Pace | L | 6-7, 6-4, 7-5 |
| 09.10.2026 | Janae Preston | W | 6-4, 6-4 |
| 08.10.2026 | Victoria Rodriguez | W | 6-2, 6-2 |
| 06.10.2026 | Jordyn Hazelitt | W | 6-0, 6-2 |
| 30.09.2026 | Akasha Urhobo | L | 6-2, 6-3 |
Common opponents, last 12 months
| Opponent | Nao Nishino | Annika Penickova |
|---|---|---|
| Duru Soke | 1-0 W 1-6, 6-2, 6-4 |
1-0 W 6-3, 6-3 |
| Mayu Crossley | 1-0 W 7-6, 3-6, 6-2 |
1-0 W 3-6, 7-5, 6-2 |
Earlier previews of this matchup
- 2026-10-17: WTA Redding (USA), model gave Nao Nishino 28% at +160
Nao Nishino vs Annika Penickova: quick answers
Who won Nao Nishino vs Annika Penickova?
Annika Penickova beat Nao Nishino 6-3, 6-3, matching the Tennis Gauge model's pick.
What is the head-to-head record between Nao Nishino and Annika Penickova?
Annika Penickova leads 1-0. Their most recent meeting was on October 18, 2026, won by Annika Penickova 6-3, 6-3 at USA Redding.
Who is in better form, Nao Nishino or Annika Penickova?
Nao Nishino is 8-2 in their last 10 matches (current streak: 1 Loss). Annika Penickova is 7-3 (current streak: 1 Win).
How does Tennis Gauge rate Nao Nishino and Annika Penickova?
Nao Nishino is rated 6304 (WTA #977) and Annika Penickova is rated 6545 (WTA #476). Ratings update after every match and weight recent results and opponent strength.
What are the odds for Nao Nishino vs Annika Penickova?
Nao Nishino is priced at +160 and Annika Penickova at -250, which implies a 38% and 71% chance to win. The model and the odds roughly agree, so neither side shows value.