Anton Matusevich vs Tim Handel Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Handel has won 39.27% of second serve points recently, while Matusevich has a better rate at 47.35%. What does this indicate? Matusevich might have a stronger second serve.
• In return games, Handel has a slight edge in both second serve (47.4%) and first serve returns (28.35%) compared to Matusevich (42.7% and 25%). Could this impact the match outcome? It might offer Handel a returning advantage.
• Under pressure, Matusevich has saved a higher percentage of breakpoints (57.14%) than Handel (51.3%), suggesting steadiness during critical moments.
• In the past year, Matusevich has a higher win rate of 64.58% compared to Handel’s 50%.
• Regarding playing surfaces, Handel excels on Clay with a 62% win rate but struggles on I.hard with 41%. Matusevich, however, thrives on I.hard with a 66% win rate.
• Both players frequently compete in lower-tier events, but Matusevich has been more dominant with a 73.53% win rate compared to Handel’s 52.83%.
• In direct head-to-head, Matusevich leads by winning the only encounter they had, on Clay at M 25 Sion.
• The average match duration between the two is 1 hour and 25 minutes, without any deciding set.
• Matusevich excels in deciding sets, having won 71% over the past year, a potential factor if the match goes the distance.
• Though Handel converts more breakpoints at 32.41%, Matusevich's solid gameplay under pressure might counterbalance this.

Editorial Prediction (May 28, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Handel and Matusevich presents an intriguing contest. Matusevich appears slightly favored based on his recent second serve performance and ability to save breakpoints.

However, Handel’s returning strength and higher breakpoint conversion rate could challenge Matusevich, especially if he capitalizes on his opportunities.

Considering Matusevich's overall winning percentage and edge in their previous head-to-head encounter, he is most likely to secure victory in this match.