Cori Gauff vs Ann Li Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

Analyzing recent form, Li's performance on second serves reflects a win rate of 41.52% in the past six months, marginally leading over Gauff's 41.49%. While this statistic is significant, return game analysis provides a clearer perspective; Gauff exhibited strength by winning 54.53% of her opponent's second serve points compared to Li’s 50%. As for first serve returns, Gauff outpaces Li slightly with 30.21% versus 30.57%, metrics that weigh heavily in anticipating the match favorites.

Evaluating their ability to manage high-pressure scenarios, Li's breakpoint save rate in recent form stands at 47.44%, slightly eclipsing Gauff's 45.61%. Such figures are pivotal for predictions during in-game situations. In terms of overall match performance from the past year, Li secured victories in 64.86% of her matches (W/L 48/26), while Gauff achieved a higher win rate of 74.24% (W/L 49/17), indicating her stronger overall form in head-to-head comparisons.

Surfaces also reveal an intriguing variable; Li's best career surface win percentage is 65% on clay (W/L 73/40), while Gauff excels on grass with a 71% win rate (W/L 24/10), the surface where she holds dominion. This contrast highlights the different strengths possessed by each player on varying terrains.

In assessing performance at different competitive levels, Li has predominantly competed at Challenger/ITF tournaments, achieving a win rate of 69.23% (W/L 27/12), whereas Gauff's participation at higher-tier Masters series contributed to a 70.59% win rate (W/L 24/10). The differential in event levels may contribute to Gauff’s edge in proficiency. Furthermore, their direct head-to-head history sees Gauff leading with two victories out of their two encounters; Li is yet to clinch a set.

The average match duration between the two is 1:40:53, with no deciding sets played, although Gauff has won the sole tiebreak between them. Analyzing opponent quality over the last year, Li faced opponents with an average rank of 163.24, while Gauff, confronting a stronger caliber, dealt with an average opponent rank of 47.48. This difference further accentuates the heightened competitive exposure Gauff experienced.

Li boasts a 64% win rate in deciding sets over the last year, yet Gauff exceeds slightly with a 69% success rate in similar situations, underscoring her resilience. Breakpoint conversion remains another area where Li shows stability with a recent form conversion rate of 38.96%, akin to Gauff's 38.75%, potentially crucial during pivotal moments in their upcoming match.

Given these comprehensive statistical evaluations, with emphasis on return performance, head-to-head dominance, and superior competition engagement, predictions strongly favor Gauff emerging victorious in their upcoming bout.