Cezar Cretu vs Luca Preda Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Second serve performance: Preda has a slight edge over Cretu with a second serve win rate of 40.37% compared to Cretu's 39.08% in recent form.
• Return game stats: Preda also performs better in returning opponent's second serves, winning 48.16% of points versus Cretu's 46.05%.
• Returning first serves: Cretu holds a slight advantage with 31.64% of first serve returns won compared to Preda’s 29.96%.
• Under pressure: Both players have similar breakpoint saving abilities, with Preda at 49.16% and Cretu at 47.84%.
• Overall match performance: Cretu boasts a more successful year with a 61.97% win rate, while Preda has a 53.33% win rate.
• Best surface: Both players excel on clay; however, Cretu’s win rate of 69% surpasses Preda’s 57%.
• Player level: Cretu has a higher win percentage in Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K tournaments at 65.96% compared to Preda’s 57.69%.
• Direct Head-to-Head: Preda has claimed victory in their only previous encounter, winning 6-2, 6-2 on clay.
• Match length and pressure: Matches between the two average 1:33:54 with no tiebreaks or deciding sets recorded.
• Quality of opponents: Cretu has faced slightly higher ranked players, with an average opponent rank of 433.87 versus Preda’s 467.9.
• Deciding set record: In deciding sets, Preda holds a slight edge, winning 56% of them compared to Cretu’s 50% win rate.
• Breakpoint conversion: Cretu is more efficient at converting break points with a rate of 39.04% versus Preda’s 33.33%.

Editorial Prediction (June 25, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing recent performances and past head-to-head outcomes reveals interesting dynamics between Preda and Cretu. Preda has demonstrated slightly superior performance in second serve points and returning second serves, while Cretu outperforms when it comes to returning first serves and converting break points.

Considering their proficiency on clay, both players can potentially excel, but Cretu’s higher win percentage on this surface gives them a notable advantage. Additionally, Cretu's better overall season performance and competitive experience against higher-ranked opponents suggest they are in better form.

Their only previous head-to-head match saw Preda come out on top, possibly indicating a mental edge. However, based on current stats, Cretu is most likely to secure the win in this upcoming match, particularly if they capitalize on key break point opportunities.