Daniel Merida Aguilar vs Alejandro Manzanera Pertusa Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Regarding second serve performance over the last six months, Pertusa has a slight edge, winning 43.1% of points compared to Aguilar's 41.63%.
• When considering return games, Aguilar outperforms Pertusa, winning 51.62% of opponent's second serve points versus Pertusa’s 44.96%.
• In first serve returns, Aguilar again maintains a lead at 33.38%, while Pertusa is at 31%.
• Under pressure, Pertusa has proven more resilient, saving 52.75% of break points compared to Aguilar's 48.43%.
• Looking at annual performance, Aguilar has a superior win rate, with 64.86% of matches won, while Pertusa stands at 52%.
• Both players excel on clay, with Aguilar slightly ahead at a 60% win rate versus Pertusa’s 57% on this surface.
• Aguilar competes more at the Challenger/ITF level, winning 51.16%, while Pertusa contests most often at the Futures/ITF level with a 53.06% win rate.
• In head-to-head matches, Aguilar leads the series 2-1, having won 5 out of 7 sets played against Pertusa.
• Average match duration between them has been under an hour, specifically 57 minutes and 40 seconds.
• In deciding set situations, Pertusa has the upper hand in their head-to-head, with a single win over Aguilar.
• During the past year, Pertusa has faced slightly higher-ranked opponents with an average rank of 366.74, compared to Aguilar's 383.
• Overall, Aguilar has a better record in deciding sets over the past year with a 57% win rate, surpassing Pertusa’s 47%.
• In recent play, Pertusa has been more effective at converting break points, achieving a 44.44% success rate compared to Aguilar's 36.36%.

Editorial Prediction (May 29, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Aguilar and Pertusa promises to be closely contested given their historical performances and current form. Aguilar tends to dominate return games and has a better head-to-head track record, both of which could be crucial factors in deciding the match outcome.

Pertusa, however, shows strength in pressure scenarios, particularly in saving break points and converting them. His slight edge in having faced better-ranked players can also translate to a competitive mindset.

With these insights in mind, Aguilar’s superior overall win rate and track record against Pertusa suggest that Aguilar is the favorite to win this matchup.