Emily Appleton vs Amelia Rajecki Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Who has the better recent second serve performance? Rajecki leads slightly, winning 42.66% compared to Appleton's 39.8%.
• Appleton slightly outperforms Rajecki when returning second serves, winning 51.74% to Rajecki’s 50.15%.
• On first serve returns, Appleton edges out Rajecki with a small margin of 27.83% versus 27.59%.
• Under pressure, Rajecki has a minor advantage, saving 49.53% of breakpoints compared to Appleton's 47.87%.
• Their overall match win percentages over the last year are nearly identical, with Appleton at 58.33% and Rajecki at 58.46%.
• What are their favored surfaces? Both excel on Hard courts, each with a 59% win rate.
• Both players compete primarily in Challengers/ITF events > $10K, with negligible differences in their win-loss records.
• The average ranking of Appleton's opponents (330.47) is slightly higher than that of Rajecki’s (359.15), indicating Appleton has faced tougher competition.
• In deciding sets over the previous year, Appleton has a significant edge, winning 63% of these contests versus Rajecki's 39%.
• Who converts breakpoints more effectively? Rajecki does, at 39.68% compared to Appleton's 35.9%.

Editorial Prediction (May 9, 2025, UTC):

This matchup presents a slight edge for Rajecki based on second serve effectiveness and pressure handling. Rajecki's ability to convert breakpoints could prove crucial in tight moments, adding another dimension to his strategic advantage over Appleton.

However, Appleton's adeptness at returning serves, particularly when it comes to second serves, means he cannot be discounted. His ability to close out deciding sets suggests a mental toughness that could influence the game if it stretches to a climactic set.

Overall, while the competition is close, with their competitive histories painting a picture of near parity, Rajecki's performance in key areas suggests he holds a slight advantage. Taking all factors into account, Rajecki is the more likely winner of their upcoming tennis match.