Daniil Sarksian vs Hanyi Liu Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• When examining second serve performance over the last six months, Liu holds a slight edge, winning 43.46% of these points compared to Sarksian's 42.63%. Will this minimal difference sway the outcome?
• In terms of return games, Sarksian shows stronger stats, winning 46.36% of points on their opponent's second serve against Liu's 42.5%. Additionally, Sarksian outperforms Liu on first serve returns with 30.85% compared to 26.22%.
• Considering break point situations, Liu has saved 46.75% of breakpoints recently, marginally better than Sarksian's 45.67% save rate. Could this defensive aspect turn critical?
• Both players have close win percentages over the last year, with Liu winning 41.03% of matches and Sarksian winning slightly more at 42.42%.
• Liu's preferred surface is indoor hard courts, boasting a 57% win rate, whereas Sarksian fares better on clay with a 50% success rate.
• With a focus on tournament levels, Liu has a slight edge in Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K events, winning 45.16% of their matches compared to Sarksian's 42.42%.
• Analyzing opponent quality shows Liu has faced higher-ranked competitors, averaging 380.79, in contrast to Sarksian's 510.7, which could imply Liu possesses experience against tougher opponents.
• In deciding sets, Sarksian shows superior resilience, winning 57% compared to Liu's 40% over the last year, suggesting an upper hand in potential match-defining moments.
• Recently, break point conversion has been more favorable for Sarksian, who converts 41.18% of opportunities, bettering Liu's 34.69% conversion rate.

Editorial Prediction (August 4, 2025, UTC):

Both players present a closely matched contest with slight differences in various metrics. Liu demonstrates a slight advantage in second serve points and breakpoint saving, suggesting a marginal edge in service games.

Sarksian's return game and ability to convert breakpoints effectively could tilt the balance in their favor. Moreover, Sarksian's success in deciding sets implies they may perform better in high-pressure moments.

Upon weighing recent performance stats and key strengths, Sarksian appears to hold a slight edge. Therefore, based on the existing data, Sarksian is predicted to be the more likely winner of the upcoming match.