Andre Lukosiute vs Yichen Zhao Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Both players have similar second serve performance, with Zhao winning 37.5% and Lukosiute at 38.4% of second serve points in recent form. This small advantage goes to Lukosiute.
• A question to consider: How effective are they at returning serves? Lukosiute has the upper hand, winning 55.36% of opponents' second serve points compared to Zhao's 50%. For first serve returns, Lukosiute again leads with 34.56% versus Zhao's 22.32%.
• Under pressure, Zhao appears more resilient, saving 48.84% of breakpoints compared to Lukosiute's 41.67%.
• Looking at overall performance, over the last year Zhao has won 47.06% of matches, whereas Lukosiute has been more successful, winning 56%.
• What about surface preferences? Zhao performs best on hard courts (57% win rate), while Lukosiute excels on clay, with a 67% win rate.
• Regarding the level of play, Zhao has competed mostly in Challengers/ITF $10K, winning half of those matches. Lukosiute, however, has played primarily in Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K, winning 59.09%.
• Comparing the quality of opponents faced, Zhao's opponents averaged a rank of 449.06, while Lukosiute faced more challenging opponents with an average rank of 157.4.
• In deciding sets, Lukosiute shows an edge, winning 29% compared to Zhao's 0%.
• Both are close in breakpoint conversion, with Zhao converting 33.33%, and Lukosiute slightly better at 35.71%.

Editorial Prediction (July 7, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing recent performance trends, strengths, and weaknesses, it appears that both Zhao and Lukosiute bring specific advantages to this match. Zhao shows notable resilience under pressure, which could be crucial during critical moments of the match.

However, Lukosiute demonstrates superior return game statistics, particularly against first serves, and has faced much stronger competition over the last year. This experience against higher-ranked opponents, coupled with a better performance in deciding sets, gives Lukosiute a distinct edge.

While Zhao's competence on hard surfaces might offer some leverage, Lukosiute's consistent performance across different surfaces, particularly on clay, and better overall match win rate signals a higher likelihood of success in this matchup.

Based on these statistical insights, Lukosiute is the favorite to win the upcoming tennis match.