Eric Vanshelboim vs Nicolas Robert Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• In recent months, Eric Vanshelboim has shown slightly better second serve performance, winning 42.01% of points compared to Nicolas Robert's 40.29%. Does this edge in second serve points suggest a potential advantage for Eric? It could play a significant role in his favor.
• When comparing return game stats, Nicolas Robert has a slight advantage in recent form, winning 47.73% of his opponent's second serve points, just above Eric Vanshelboim's 46.77%.
• Nicolas Robert outperforms Eric Vanshelboim in first serve returns, winning 30.01% compared to Eric's 29.38%, though the difference is minor.
• Under pressure, Eric Vanshelboim has an edge, saving 50.27% of breakpoints, while Nicolas Robert trails slightly at 48.94%.
• Over the past year, both players have achieved strong win percentages, with Nicolas Robert at 64.81% (35/19) and Eric Vanshelboim at 60.87% (42/27).
• The players differ significantly in surface performance; Nicolas Robert excels on Hard courts with a 69% win rate, while Eric Vanshelboim favors Clay, also topping 69%.
• Both players frequently participate in ITF circuit, with Eric Vanshelboim having played slightly tougher matches with a 65.45% win rate (36/19) compared to Nicolas's 64.81% (35/19).
• In direct head-to-head encounters, Eric Vanshelboim has a perfect record, winning their only past matchup in straight sets.
• Eric Vanshelboim's matches involve competitors with lower average rankings, potentially indicating less experience facing top-tier players compared to Nicolas Robert.
• Should the match go for more than two sets, Nicolas Robert tends to excel, having won 65% of deciding sets compared to Eric's 62%.

Editorial Prediction (October 22, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing both recent performance and head-to-head records, Eric Vanshelboim exhibits an edge in several critical areas. His marginally better performance on second serves and ability to save breakpoints under pressure distinguish him as a formidable opponent.

Although Nicolas Robert demonstrates a stronger response in return games and deciding sets, his deficiency in direct encounters, once again losing to Eric, reduces his expected chances on the hard court.

Considering their respective affinities towards different surfaces and past match outcomes, Eric Vanshelboim emerges as the likely winner in the anticipated matchup.