Ella Mcdonald vs Ashley Lahey Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recent second serve stats show Lahey slightly ahead, winning 40.05% of points compared to Mcdonald's 38.32%. Could this give Lahey an edge?
• When it comes to return games, Mcdonald outperforms Lahey, winning 54.92% of opponent's second serves and 34.51% of first serve returns, surpassing Lahey's 50.91% and 31.63%, respectively. Is this an area of strength for Mcdonald?
• Under pressure, Lahey narrowly edges out Mcdonald in saving breakpoints—49.67% versus 49.32%. Could this prove decisive in crucial moments?
• In terms of matches won over the past year, Lahey boasts a higher win percentage at 66.67%, while Mcdonald trails with 52.27%.
• Mcdonald prefers playing on Hard courts with a 60% win rate, whereas Lahey excels on Clay with an identical 60% success rate. Does surface preference influence their performance?
• Lahey has fared better in tournaments at the Challengers/ITF level, winning 61.29% of matches compared to Mcdonald's 47.22%.
• Opponents faced by Lahey have a higher average rank of 383.08, suggesting a tougher competition level than Mcdonald, whose opponents average a rank of 416.18.
• If the match goes to a deciding set, Lahey has a clear advantage, having won 67% of these scenarios compared to Mcdonald's 38%.
• For breakpoint conversion, Lahey is slightly better at converting chances with 36.61% compared to Mcdonald’s 35.62%.

Editorial Prediction (September 10, 2025, UTC):

In this closely contested matchup, Lahey holds a slight advantage. Recent performance stats indicate a better second serve and marginally superior breakpoint conversion rate.

Adding to Lahey’s strengths are the more challenging opponents played against and a higher percentage of matches won over the past year. The ability to perform under pressure is nearly even, but Lahey’s success in deciding sets could be critical.

Mcdonald’s strengths lie in returning serves and a preference for Hard courts. However, Lahey's experience on the clay surface provides an additional edge.

Considering all these factors, Lahey appears slightly more likely to emerge as the winner in this encounter.