Arantxa Rus vs Anastasia Zakharova Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

Analyzing the second serve performance over the past six months, Zakharova and Rus exhibit closely matched statistics, with Zakharova securing 38.75% of points on her second serve, while Rus is slightly behind at 38.36%. This metric holds significant bearing on the accuracy of match predictions, as it often influences the overall performance outcome.

Return game statistics further differentiate the two players, where Zakharova won 48.24% of her opponent's second serve points, compared to Rus, who managed 50.26%. In first serve returns, Rus also leads with 34.39%, slightly surpassing Zakharova’s 33.01%. These figures are paramount in forecasting the favored competitor in head-to-head showdowns.

When comparing their ability to perform under pressure, Rus is slightly more formidable in saving breakpoints, achieving a 50.93% success rate, whereas Zakharova registers 46.29%. This is a critical statistic for in-game betting predictions, highlighting Rus’s potential edge during crucial moments.

Looking at their performances over the past year, Zakharova has a superior match win rate of 60.32% (W/L 38/25), overshadowing Rus’s 50% (W/L 33/33). Acknowledging the event level is essential as Zakharova has been predominantly competing in Challengers/ITF tournaments > $10K, clinching a commendable 70.27% win rate, compared to Rus, who played mainly on the Main tour, securing 35.71% of her matches.

On their favored surfaces, Zakharova shines on indoor hard courts with a 69% win rate (W/L 68/31), while Rus excels on clay, boasting a 68% success rate (W/L 431/205). Both, however, struggle on grass, with Zakharova winning just 20% (W/L 1/4) against Rus’s slightly better 37% (W/L 19/32).

In terms of opponent caliber, Rus has faced a slightly tougher field, playing against opponents with an average rank of 200.48 compared to Zakharova’s 224.73. Additionally, should the match extend into a deciding set, Rus exhibits more resilience, winning 50% of such sets over the last year, surpassing Zakharova’s 38% success rate.

Recent break point conversion rates further illustrate each player's tactical edge, with Zakharova converting 36.73% of opportunities compared to Rus’s 33.33%. Such statistics are pivotal for evaluating potential outcomes during live matches, particularly during breakpoint scenarios.

After considering these statistics, it is evident that Rus holds a slight edge across several metrics, including return game performance and breakpoint resilience. These factors contribute to a calculated prediction that Rus is likely to emerge victorious in their forthcoming encounter.