Barbara Straszewska vs Carol Plakk Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Carol Plakk has won 28.78% of points on their second serve recently, whereas Barbara Straszewska has a better rate at 37.90%. Does this suggest a service advantage? It leans in favor of Straszewska.
• In return games, Plakk dominates, winning 54.36% of opponent second serve points, compared to Straszewska’s 47.76%. Can this be a deciding factor? It definitely gives Plakk a strong edge on returns.
• Both players show similar strength under pressure, with Plakk saving 40.00% of breakpoints and Straszewska slightly more at 41.23%.
• Plakk's overall match win percentage over the last year is higher at 62.50% (15/9) compared to Straszewska's 51.72% (15/14).
• On hard surfaces, which is Plakk’s best, they have a 53% win rate; whereas Straszewska, who prefers clay, has a lower win rate on hard courts at 50%.
• Both players compete at Futures/Satellites/ITF tournaments, but Plakk has a higher win rate of 62.50%, compared to Straszewska's 50.00%.
• In direct matchups, Straszewska leads, having won their only prior encounter against Plakk.
• The average rank of Plakk's recent opponents is significantly higher (83.83) than Straszewska’s (289.59), suggesting tougher competition for Plakk.
• If the match reaches a deciding set, Straszewska has a significant edge with a 69% win rate compared to Plakk's 0%.
• Plakk has a better breakpoint conversion rate recently at 52.05% compared to Straszewska's 39.29%.

Editorial Prediction (November 12, 2025, UTC):

This upcoming match between Carol Plakk and Barbara Straszewska promises an exciting contest, with strengths and weaknesses clearly demarcated between them. Plakk excels in return games, boasting a superior percentage in winning both first and second serve return points. This strength could pose a significant challenge for Straszewska, who relies more on her serve.

Plakk has adapted well to tough competition, frequently facing higher-ranked opponents, and maintains a higher overall win percentage in matches. However, Straszewska holds a psychological advantage, having previously defeated Plakk and showing exceptional performance in deciding sets.

While Plakk is likely to excel in breaking Straszewska's serve, the deciding factor might be whether she can hold her serve under pressure, an area where she lags. Given the marginal differences in other stats, how Plakk manages crucial points will be pivotal.

Ultimately, if the match extends to a deciding set, Straszewska seems more likely to seal the win, emphasizing her past success in such scenarios. Despite Plakk’s current strong form, Barbara Straszewska is predicted to be the winner based on her past head-to-head success and outstanding performance in deciding sets.