Alexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Ben Shelton has a slightly better second serve performance, winning 48.14% of points, compared to Alexander Zverev's 46.42% in the last six months.
• Who has the edge in return games? Alexander Zverev, winning 42.49% of opponents' second serve points versus Ben Shelton's 40.69%.
• In first serve returns, Zverev again leads with 23.20% compared to Shelton’s 20.96%.
• Under pressure, Ben Shelton has managed to save 59.32% of breakpoints, surpassing Zverev’s 54.12%.
• Over the past year, Zverev has a higher match win rate at 70.37% compared to Shelton’s 64.52%.
• Shelton's best career surface is indoor hard courts with a 75% win rate, while it's Zverev's worst at 66%. Zverev excels on clay with a 75% win rate.
• In the past year, Shelton has primarily played in the Masters series, having a 65.22% win rate, while Zverev has focused on the Main tour with a 74.19% win rate.
• Direct head-to-head matches significantly favor Zverev, with a 4-0 record against Shelton, winning 8 of the 9 sets played.
• Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in their last meeting at the Cincinnati Open with a decisive 6-2, 6-2 win.
• In past meetings, their average match time has been 1 hour and 45 minutes.
• Shelton has faced players with an average rank of 59.79, slightly lower than Zverev's average opponent rank of 52.59.
• If the match reaches a deciding set, Shelton has the higher success rate, winning 62% compared to Zverev’s 48% over the past year.
• Current event performance could influence the outcome, so recent matches should be reviewed.

Editorial Prediction (November 8, 2025, UTC):

As Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev prepare to face off, several key statistics highlight the potential outcome of their match.

Shelton holds a slight advantage in second serve performance and breakpoint saves, which could be pivotal under pressure. However, Zverev's superior return game performance, particularly on first serves, may provide him with the upper hand.

Historically, Zverev has dominated their encounters, maintaining an undefeated record against Shelton. Additionally, his overall higher win percentage and experience against stronger opponents further bolster his prospects.

Despite Shelton's improved performance in deciding sets, Zverev's past success and strategic advantages suggest he is the more likely winner in this upcoming match.