Ekaterina Maklakova vs Justine Bretnacher Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• In the past six months, Bretnacher slightly outperformed Maklakova on second serve points, winning 39.13% versus Maklakova's 37%.
• Maklakova leads in return performance, winning 50.73% of second serve return points compared to Bretnacher's 47.73%.
• Both players display similar effectiveness in first serve return games, with Maklakova at 34.44% and Bretnacher at 34.24%.
• Would breakpoint-saving abilities play a decisive role? Maklakova edges ahead by saving 46.43% of breakpoints, slightly better than Bretnacher's 45.83%.
• Maklakova's match win percentage in the past year stands at 63.46%, overshadowing Bretnacher's 30.43%.
• Surface preferences suggest Maklakova excels on Indoor Hard courts with a 69% win rate, while Bretnacher favors Hard courts with a 52% win rate.
• In the last year, Maklakova has competed at higher-level tournaments, winning 58.62% of such matches, compared to Bretnacher's 31.82% in lower-tier events.
• What about opponent caliber? Maklakova faced average opponents ranked 342.08, whereas Bretnacher's average opponent rank was 94.87.
• If the match extends to a deciding set, Maklakova holds a significant advantage, winning 71% of such sets over the past 12 months compared to Bretnacher's 22%.
• Bretnacher has a slight edge in breakpoint conversion, converting 47.62% compared to Maklakova's 43.23%.

Editorial Prediction (September 17, 2025, UTC):

Maklakova shows consistent performance advantages in several key areas. Her ability to win return points, save breakpoints, and win deciding sets puts her in a favorable position over Bretnacher.

While Bretnacher's second serve performance has been slightly better recently and she excels in converting breakpoints, Maklakova's overall match experience and success at higher-level tournaments make her a more formidable opponent.

Considering the playing surfaces, Maklakova's superior performance on Indoor Hard courts aligns with her historical strengths, while Bretnacher's preference for Hard courts could be less impactful in this context.

Based on these observations, Maklakova is the likely winner for the upcoming match, with her comprehensive skill set and competitive history suggesting a clear advantage.