Aristarkh Safonov vs Vitaliy Zatsepin Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does second serve performance compare? Safonov has a clear advantage, winning 50.43% of points, while Zatsepin lags behind at 40.94%.
• Who excels in return games? Safonov wins 56.25% of opponents' second serve points compared to Zatsepin's 41.91%, although Zatsepin surpasses Safonov on first serve returns with 32.02% against 21.97%.
• Which player copes better under pressure? Safonov excels in saving breakpoints 63.89% of the time, noticeably more than Zatsepin's 54.9%.
• Looking at overall performance, Safonov boasts a solid win rate of 67.74% over the past year, whereas Zatsepin only manages 28.57%.
• Who has a surface advantage? Both players perform best on hard courts, but Safonov's 69% win rate vastly outshines Zatsepin's 25%.
• At what competitive level have the players been performing? Safonov consistently performs well at ITF $10K events with a 67.74% win rate, while Zatsepin has a lower success rate of 30.77%.
• Who faces tougher competition? Zatsepin's opponents have a higher average ranking of 158.43, compared to Safonov's 218.55.
• In deciding sets, if the match goes the distance, Safonov holds a better record, winning 64% of deciding sets, compared to Zatsepin's 50%.
• How effective is their breakpoint conversion? Zatsepin is more efficient at converting breakpoints, achieving a 42.31% success rate over Safonov's 23.81%.

Editorial Prediction (May 28, 2025, UTC):

Recent performance indicators suggest that Safonov holds significant advantages, especially in second serve performance and return game prowess. These factors often translate directly to match outcomes.

While Zatsepin shows strength in converting breakpoints and returning first serves, Safonov's ability to withstand pressure through superior breakpoint saving and higher win rates in deciding sets may prove decisive.

Considering the overall win-loss records, surface preferences, and ability to manage high-stakes points, Safonov emerges as the likely winner in this upcoming match.