Dali Blanch vs Svyatoslav Gulin Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Second Serve Performance: Blanch holds a slight edge in recent form with 46.04% points won on the second serve, compared to Gulin's 44.52%.
• Return Game: Blanch again leads with 46.56% of points won on opponent's second serve, better than Gulin's 42.9%. For the first serve, Blanch also outperforms Gulin narrowly.
• Under Pressure: Can Gulin match Blanch's composure? Their breakpoint saving percentages are almost identical, with Blanch slightly ahead at 50.41% versus Gulin's 50.14%.
• Match Wins: Gulin has a higher match win percentage over the last year, standing at 73.49%, while Blanch has 60.76%.
• Surface Strength: Both players prefer clay but Gulin excels with a 72% win rate compared to Blanch's 57% on this surface.
• Event Level: Gulin has performed better than Blanch in Futures tournaments, showcasing higher win rates.
• Direct H2H: Gulin has won both previous encounters against Blanch, indicating a strong head-to-head advantage.
• Deciding Sets: Historically, Gulin is more reliable, having won all deciding sets against Blanch.
• Match Duration: Their encounters last an average of 2 hours 18 minutes, possibly suggesting tight matches.
• Opponent Rank: Gulin has often faced players with lower average rankings, which could influence direct competition analysis.
• Break Point Conversion: Blanch converts slightly more breakpoints than Gulin, potentially influencing tight scorelines.

Editorial Prediction (August 17, 2025, UTC):

When evaluating the upcoming match, various factors offer insights into determining the potential winner. Blanch shows a slight edge in second serve performance and return games, which are crucial components of a strong game plan.

Despite this, Gulin's impressive domination in their previous head-to-head encounters cannot be overlooked. Added to this is Gulin’s superior overall match win record, especially on clay, their preferred surface where this match will be held.

The stats remain close in deciding set performance, but Gulin has a higher success rate in such scenarios, having triumphed in all deciding sets against Blanch. Their history suggests Gulin’s mental and tactical advantage.

Taking into account all these elements, including their strong head-to-head record and superior event level success, Gulin seems better placed to win this upcoming clash.