David Goffin vs Rinky Hijikata Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• In recent performance, Hijikata has been slightly more successful with second serves, winning 46.94% of points, compared to Goffin’s 44.75%.
• When it comes to returning their opponents’ second serves, Goffin outperforms Hijikata, winning 48.39% of points against Hijikata’s 44.86%.
• Both players have similar first serve return stats, with Goffin holding a slight edge at 28.24% over Hijikata’s 27.36%.
• Under pressure, Hijikata has saved 56.82% of breakpoints, just ahead of Goffin’s 55.1% save rate.
• Goffin has a better overall match win rate in the last year at 54.17% compared to Hijikata's 51.47%.
• Our analysis finds Hijikata excels on Hard courts (63% win rate), while Goffin is strongest on Clay (65% win rate).
• Goffin has more experience playing on the Main tour, while Hijikata plays primarily in Challengers/ITF events.
• Their direct head-to-head gives Goffin an edge, having won 2 of their 3 encounters.
• Previous matches between them have averaged about 1 hour and 13 minutes in duration.
• Neither player has yet won any deciding sets or tiebreaks against each other, hinting at a potential match-deciding factor.
• Over the past year, Hijikata has played against lower-ranked opponents, suggesting Goffin has faced tougher competition.
• Goffin has a slight advantage in deciding set performances with a 68% win rate versus Hijikata’s 64% over the past year.
• In terms of breakpoint conversion, Goffin is more efficient, converting 37.5% of chances compared to Hijikata's 31.28%.

Editorial Prediction (July 1, 2025, UTC):

In examining their serving statistics, Hijikata shows a slight edge on second serves, but Goffin counters this by performing better on return games, especially when handling his opponent's second serve. This presents a balanced battle in this aspect.

Under high-pressure scenarios, both players demonstrate resilience with similar breakpoint save percentages. However, Goffin’s efficiency in converting breakpoints could be a decisive factor during crucial moments.

The differing levels of competition each player faces might contribute to Goffin's higher match win percentage, indicating a readiness for this match. Goffin's advantage in their head-to-head history supports this prediction.

Despite Hijikata's strong performance on Hard courts, Goffin's more significant experience on the Main tour and higher-ranked competition faced offer him a competitive advantage.

Overall, while both players have their respective strengths, David Goffin's slight advantages in key areas and experience indicate that he is the likely winner for this upcoming match.