Braden Shick vs Dong Ju Kim Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Braden Shick exhibits a stronger second serve performance with a 46.27% win rate on points, compared to Dong Ju Kim's 40.18%. Could this give Shick an edge? Possibly.
• In return games, Dong Ju Kim leads, winning 45.99% of opponent's second serve points and 28.43% of first serve returns, surpassing Braden Shick's 41.45% and 24.86% respectively.
• When facing breakpoints, Shick shows slight resistance by saving 49.65%, marginally better than Kim's 48.31%.
• Over the past year, Dong Ju Kim boasts a better match win rate of 75.86% (22/7), while Shick stands at 57.14% (16/12).
• Surface performances: Shick performs best on clay with a 67% win rate, whereas Kim excels on indoor hard courts with the same win percentage.
• Both players have participated mostly in Futures/Satellites/ITF tournaments $10K, with Kim winning 75.86% of those matches compared to Shick’s 62.50%.
• Looking at the quality of opponents, Kim has faced tougher competition, with an average opponent rank of 279.41, better than Shick's 342.36.
• In deciding sets, Kim again shows superiority, winning 50% as opposed to Shick's 38%.
• The current event's form can influence outcomes significantly, so it's recommended to consider recent match stats if available.

Editorial Prediction (October 23, 2025, UTC):

Considering recent performance trends, Braden Shick shows a stronger second serve performance, potentially providing an advantage in service games.

However, Dong Ju Kim leads in return game statistics, indicating potential for a stronger overall game against his opponent's serves.

While Shick slightly edges out in breakpoint scenarios, Kim's overall match-winning percentage and tougher opponents suggest a higher competitive edge.

Additionally, Kim's better performance in deciding sets could be pivotal if the match extends that far.

Based on these comparative insights, Dong Ju Kim appears more likely to win the upcoming tennis match.