Seven-time Grand Slam champion Venus Williams will commence her Hobart International campaign against Germany’s Tatjana Maria in the Round of 32 at Domain Tennis Center on Monday, January 12.
Williams finished her 2025 season with a 1-3 record, with all the results coming on hard surfaces, while Maria finished her year with a 17-27 record. She went 7-15 on hard surfaces.
Venus Williams vs Tatjana Maria: H2H & Matchup Keys
This will be the first tour meeting between Williams and Maria. The American is coming off an opening-round loss against Magda Linette in the ASB Classic, while Maria is coming off an opening-round loss against Emerson Jones in the Brisbane International.
This is expected to be a mouthwatering clash between the two veterans of the sport in Hobart. They both are 0-1 in 2026 and will be attempting to secure a win and gain momentum heading into the Australian Open.
Venus Williams vs Tatjana Maria: Prediction, Top Bets & Odds
Expect a competitive matchup between the two veterans, as a win can quickly shift the momentum in favor of the winner. Despite not having played each other in the past, Maria will undoubtedly be familiar with Williams’ playing style, as the American has been competing in professional tennis for three decades now.
Having the experience is one thing, but to carry a credible form at the age of 45 in tennis is an arduous task for any player. Williams‘ form in recent years has been dismal, due to scattered playing time and fitness issues. As far as the 2025 winning percentage is concerned, Maria stands at 38.6%, while Williams has 25%.
This should give Maria, who is the sixth seed in the upcoming WTA 250 event, a chance to seal a win against the five-time Wimbledon champion. Expect Maria to win in straight sets.
Venus Williams vs Tatjana Maria: Odds
| Player | Moneyline | Total Games |
| Tatjana Maria | -175 | |
| Venus Williams | -135 |
Odds sourced from BetMGM
Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.
Match Snapshot
Fixture: (GER) Tatjana Maria vs (USA) Venus Williams
Date: January 12, 2026
Tournament: Hobart International
Round: Round of 32
Category: WTA 250
Venue: Domain Tennis Center, Hobart, Australia
Surface: Hard
Prize Money: $283,347
Live Telecast: USA – Tennis Channel | UK – Sky Sports | Canada – TSN, RDS
Pick: Tatjana Maria to win in two sets
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