Akira Santillan vs Adam Farag Cao Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How do their second serve performances compare? Santillan has a slight edge with 44.74% points won on their second serve compared to Cao's 41.36% over the past 6 months.
• In recent return games, Santillan has won 45.16% of opponent's second serve points, while Cao's percentage stands at 43.07%. For first serve returns, Santillan leads slightly with 25.14%, compared to Cao's 24.57%.
• Who handles pressure better? Cao has saved 58.87% of breakpoints against them, which is noticeably higher than Santillan's 52.29% in recent form.
• Overall performance in the past year shows a distinct advantage for Santillan, winning 71.93% of matches, while Cao has a 50% win rate.
• What is their best surface? Both players excel on indoor hard courts, but Santillan has a better career win percentage at 63% compared to Cao's 54%.
• In tournament play, Santillan has been more successful at the $10K event level, winning 72.73% of matches versus Cao’s 52.78%.
• Cao has faced tougher competition, with opponents' average rank at 183.5, whereas Santillan's opponents' average rank is 395.21.
• If the match reaches a deciding set, Cao holds a better win record at 57% compared to Santillan's 44% over the last 12 months.
• For breakpoint opportunities, Santillan is more efficient, converting 33.33% of chances, while Cao converts 27.27%.

Editorial Prediction (September 10, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing the players' current form and statistical performance, Santillan appears to hold several advantages over Cao heading into this matchup.

Santillan leads with superior second serve success and return game effectiveness. Although Cao demonstrates better breakpoint saving under pressure, Santillan's consistent overall performance is more noteworthy.

Surface experience on indoor hard courts further tilts the balance towards Santillan. Despite Cao's stronger performance in deciding sets and facing higher-ranked opponents, the overall metrics favor Santillan.

Considering these factors, Santillan is the likely favorite to win this upcoming tennis match.