Alina Korneeva vs Himeno Sakatsume Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Sakatsume has a second serve win rate of 36.47% in the last six months. Korneeva edges her out with 38.4%. Could this give Korneeva an advantage in rallies where the second serve is crucial?
• In return games, Korneeva has the upper hand, winning 54.66% of points on the opponent's second serve compared to Sakatsume's 46.07%.
• For first serve returns, both players are nearly identical, with Sakatsume at 36.74% and Korneeva at 36.6%.
• Under pressure, Sakatsume proves stronger, saving 48.18% of breakpoints against 40.91% saved by Korneeva.
• Overall match performance in the past year is slightly better for Sakatsume, who has a win percentage of 61.29% versus Korneeva's 57.69%.
• On their best surface, Sakatsume excels on indoor hard courts with a 67% win rate, while Korneeva dominates on hard courts at 80%.
• Both players have similar win rates in Challenger/ITF tournaments, but Sakatsume has played more matches, indicating significant experience.
• Korneeva has faced stronger competition, with opponents having an average rank of 193.5 compared to Sakatsume's 397.21.
• Korneeva has a slight edge in deciding set wins over the last year, with a 38% success rate compared to Sakatsume's 35%.
• While Sakatsume converts break points at a higher rate of 45.85% versus Korneeva's 42.47%, will this provide her with an upper hand in crucial moments?

Editorial Prediction (July 17, 2025, UTC):

Sakatsume showcases impressive resilience under pressure, saving a higher percentage of breakpoints, and has a significant edge in converting opportunities to break serve. This could play a crucial role during pivotal moments in the match.

On the other hand, Korneeva exhibits a slight superiority in the return game, especially against second serves, which translates into potentially longer rallies and more chances to secure a break.

While both players show close performance metrics, Korneeva’s experience against higher-ranked opponents and her superior winning rate on hard surfaces may give her a competitive edge.

Overall, while Sakatsume shows strengths in breakpoint scenarios, Korneeva’s comprehensive performance indicators suggest she is likely to prevail in this matchup.