Ben Shelton vs Ignacio Buse Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recent second serve performance favors Shelton, who has secured 48.94% of points, compared to Buse’s 44.64%. Can this be a key advantage for Shelton? Possibly, as it often correlates with match predictions.
• When it comes to return games, Buse has been more effective on opponents' second serves, winning 46.04% of points versus Shelton’s 40.43%. On first serve returns, Buse again leads with 27.03% over Shelton’s 22.37%.
• Shelton has a slight edge under pressure, saving 57.14% of breakpoints compared to Buse’s 55.78%, potentially giving Shelton a mental boost when in tight situations.
• Overall, Shelton has a higher match win rate over the past year at 66.2%, while Buse has won 60.27% of their matches, indicating a consistent performance advantage for Shelton.
• Surface preferences are noteworthy, with Shelton excelling on Indoor hard courts at 77% win rate, whereas Buse's best is on Hard courts at 63%.
• Shelton's experience on the Main tour, winning 62.96% of matches, contrasts with Buse primarily competing in Challengers/ITF tournaments with a 61.11% win record.
• Quality of opposition highlights a stark contrast; Shelton faces players with an average ranking of 60.68, against Buse’s 219.49, suggesting Shelton’s exposure to tougher competition.
• Shelton has a 65% win rate in deciding sets, superior to Buse's 52%, which could be crucial if the match is tightly contested.
• Breakpoint conversion shows Buse slightly ahead with 32.76%, while Shelton has converted 29.05% of opportunities, indicating Buse's effectiveness in capitalizing on decisive moments.

Editorial Prediction (August 23, 2025, UTC):

Shelton's superior second serve performance and consistency under pressure could provide a significant edge in this matchup. Despite Buse's stronger return game, Shelton’s ability to save breakpoints and perform in deciding sets might be crucial factors in the game’s outcome.

Furthermore, Shelton's experience against higher-ranked opponents over the past year has likely prepared him better for high-pressure situations.

While Buse has shown better ability to convert breakpoints, Shelton's success on the Main tour and his favorable record on indoor hard courts offer notable advantages as well.

Overall, considering the comparison across these metrics, Shelton appears to have a slight edge and is favored to win the upcoming match.