Denis Shapovalov vs Taylor Fritz Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

How significant is second serve performance when predicting a winner in the upcoming clash? Over the last six months, Denis Shapovalov has a marginal edge, securing 45.96% of his second serve points, closely followed by Taylor Fritz, who holds 45.82%. This small difference highlights the potential for a tightly contested match.

When examining return game statistics, Shapovalov once again holds a slight advantage. He secures 44.08% of points on his opponent's second serve, in contrast to Fritz’s 43.81%. This marginal superiority extends to first serve returns as well, where Shapovalov comes out on top with 22.49%, compared to Fritz’s 19.88%.

Focusing on pressure situations provides more insights: Fritz slightly edges Shapovalov, saving 56.25% of breakpoints compared to Denis's 55.79%. This information could prove valuable when considering in-game betting and who might excel under crucial points.

Reflecting on their overall performance over the past year, Fritz boasts a 69.33% win rate (52 wins and 23 losses), whereas Shapovalov stands at 63.93% (39 wins and 22 losses). Although both have demonstrated consistency, Fritz’s record reflects a slight upper hand.

Analyzing their preferred surfaces, Shapovalov shines on indoor hard courts with a 63% success rate, while grass courts present more of a challenge. Fritz, on the other hand, has achieved his best results on hard courts with a 66% win rate yet shows lesser dominance on indoor hard surfaces.

Considering the current event statistics can provide pivotal insights, especially as players demonstrate form. It’s essential to consider whether either player has engaged in the current event, offering clues to their present capabilities and predicting an on-court favorite.

Delving into head-to-head data, Shapovalov holds a 6-4 advantage over Fritz in their ten prior encounters. Most recently, Shapovalov triumphed at the Dallas Open, signaling possible momentum in his favor. From their total 27 sets played, Shapovalov has claimed 15, reinforcing his slight dominance.

Looking at deciding set performance, Shapovalov and Fritz have encountered such scenarios five times, with Denis winning 3. Notably, Shapovalov has a clean tiebreak record against Fritz, winning all five they have contested—a crucial indicator if the match approaches a high-pressure situation.

Fritz has competed against higher-ranked opponents on average, with his last 12-month opponents holding a rank of 60.56 compared to Shapovalov’s 80.79, suggesting Fritz might have faced stiffer competition.

Examining players' efficiency in converting breakpoints, Shapovalov edges Fritz with a 30% conversion rate against Fritz’s 25.77%, a telling set of data in potentially tight games.

In conclusion, while both players present compelling stats, Shapovalov holds a slight edge based on historical head-to-head matchups and performance under pressure. Nevertheless, Fritz’s superior match win percentage and experience against tougher opponents balance the scale. Given these intricacies, we predict a narrow victory for Shapovalov, should the match swing into intense, tight sets.