Elena Malygina vs Veronika Podrez Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Malygina has an edge in second serve points, winning 40.93% compared to Podrez's 38.38%. Does this make her more reliable in serving? Possibly.
• Podrez excels slightly in return games, especially on second serves, with a 51.41% win rate against Malygina's 50.75%.
• Interestingly, Malygina outperforms in first serve returns, winning 35.73% of points compared to Podrez's 33.9%. Could serve returns decide this match? It seems likely.
• Under pressure, Podrez has a significant advantage, saving 51.24% of breakpoints, whereas Malygina saves 39.88%.
• In the last year, Podrez has a better match win rate (70.77%) compared to Malygina (60.87%).
• Both players favor I.hard courts, but Podrez performs better on this surface, winning 71% of her matches.
• Both players have similar records in Challenger/ITF tournaments, but Podrez plays against slightly stronger opponents (average rank 401.22).
• When it comes to deciding sets, Podrez has the upper hand, winning 58% compared to Malygina's 33%.
• Both players have similar break point conversion rates, with Malygina at 37.41% and Podrez at 37.16%.

Editorial Prediction (August 12, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Malygina and Podrez promises to be a close encounter.

Both players display distinctive strengths. Malygina's second serve and first serve return are noteworthy, while Podrez shines under pressure and in deciding sets.

Furthermore, Podrez's superior win rate on I.hard surfaces and under pressure provides her with an additional edge.

Based on these factors, Podrez is positioned as the likely winner of this match.