Carlos Maria Zarate vs Michal Krajci Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How do Zarate and Krajci perform with their second serve? Zarate has a slight edge, winning 40.6% of points, compared to Krajci's 39.12% in recent months.
• What about their return game? Zarate also leads on opponent's second serve returns with 48.66% over Krajci's 48.59%. For first serve returns, Zarate has a significant advantage, at 31.69% against Krajci's 25.55%.
• Under pressure, Krajci excels by saving 54.33% of breakpoints compared to Zarate's 45.83%.
• In terms of overall match performance in the past year, Krajci is ahead with a 67.14% win rate, surpassing Zarate's 53.85%.
• On different surfaces, Zarate performs best on clay with a 59% win rate but struggles on hard courts at 38%. Krajci, however, excels on hard surfaces with a 72% win rate, but is least effective on indoor hard courts.
• Both players compete mainly at the Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K level, but Krajci has a stronger win percentage at this level compared to Zarate.
• Analyzing opponent quality, Zarate has faced tougher competition, with opponents typically ranked at an average of 102.38, whereas Krajci's opponents have an average rank of 231.93.
• In deciding set scenarios, Zarate wins 56% of the time, just slightly higher than Krajci's 53% success rate.
• Break point conversion rates favor Zarate at 37.29%, significantly better than Krajci's 27.64%, which could be decisive in key moments.

Editorial Prediction (May 13, 2025, UTC):

As we anticipate the upcoming match, several key statistics emerge that could sway the outcome. Zarate displays a stronger return game, especially on the first serve, and holds a superior break point conversion rate, critical for capitalizing on match-turning opportunities.

Krajci, however, excels in high-pressure moments, saving more breakpoints, and has a better overall match win percentage in the past year. Despite facing generally lower-ranked opponents, Krajci's consistency and composure under pressure cannot be overlooked.

Ultimately, Zarate's ability to win against higher-ranked competitors and convert breakpoints might provide the slight edge necessary to secure a victory. Based on these insights, Zarate is projected to be the likely winner of this encounter.