Key Points
- Alycia Parks and Tamara Korpatsch meet in the quarterfinals of the Open In Arte Angers Loire 2025 on December 5, 2025.
- Parks enters as the top seed and defending champion, while Korpatsch has yet to drop a set this tournament.
- Parks leads their head‑to‑head 2–1, including a win at this same event last season.
- Korpatsch holds a 45–27 season record but has struggled against higher‑ranked opponents.
- Betting markets favor Parks to win in straight sets.
A High‑Stakes Quarterfinal in Angers
The WTA 125 event in Angers, France, reaches a pivotal moment as Alycia Parks and Tamara Korpatsch prepare to face off in the quarterfinals on December 5, 2025, at Arena Loire Trélazé. With Parks defending her title and Korpatsch in strong form, the matchup promises intensity and high‑quality tennis.
The tournament, played on hard courts and offering $115,000 in prize money, is broadcast live on Tennis Channel (USA), Sky Sports (UK), and TSN (Canada).
Alycia Parks: Top Seed and Defending Champion
Parks, currently ranked World No. 71, has shown flashes of her best tennis this week. She opened with a commanding straight‑sets win over Gabriela Andrea Knutson before surviving a three‑set battle against Oceane Dodin, winning 7‑6 (3), 5‑7, 6‑3.
Despite a disappointing early exit in Austin earlier this season, Parks is aiming to rebuild momentum ahead of 2026. Her previous title run in Angers gives her added confidence on these courts.
Tamara Korpatsch: Strong Form, Big Challenge Ahead
Korpatsch, ranked World No. 138, has been one of the tournament’s most consistent performers. She has yet to drop a set, defeating Anna Siskova and Fiona Ferro with composed, efficient tennis.
Her 45–27 season record reflects solid form, but she has struggled against top‑tier opponents throughout 2025. To upset Parks, she will need to elevate her level significantly.
Head‑to‑Head: Parks Leads the Rivalry
Parks holds a 2–1 advantage in their head‑to‑head meetings. Their most recent clash came at this same event last year, where Parks prevailed 7‑6, 6‑2.
Given her comfort on hard courts and familiarity with the venue, Parks enters as the clear favorite.
Match Prediction
With her power, experience, and strong history in Angers, Parks is widely expected to advance.
Prediction: ✅ Parks to win ✅ Korpatsch unlikely to take a set ✅ Match likely to finish in under 20 games
Current Betting Odds
| Player | Moneyline | Handicap | Total Games |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alycia Parks | -160 | -2.5 (-115) | Over 21.5 (-120) |
| Tamara Korpatsch | +120 | +2.5 (-110) | Under 21.5 (-120) |
What Happens Next?
The winner will move into the semifinals, where a deeper run could provide crucial ranking points ahead of the 2026 season. For Parks, a successful title defense would reinforce her status as a rising force on the WTA circuit. For Korpatsch, an upset would mark one of her biggest wins of the year.
