Felix Balshaw vs Gabriel Gomez Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Second Serve Efficiency: Gomez wins 35.05% of points on their second serve, while Balshaw leads with 44.13%. Is Balshaw's higher second serve success rate an indicator of dominance? Likely yes.
• Return Game Strength: In recent months, Gomez has won 41.24% of opponent's second serve points, with Balshaw slightly ahead at 45.36%. However, Gomez surpasses Balshaw in first serve returns with 37.79% compared to Balshaw's 27.63%.
• Pressure Handling: Under pressure, Gomez saves 28.57% of breakpoints, far less than Balshaw’s 59.85%. Could Balshaw's stronger breakpoint defense decide tight games? Probably.
• Overall Performance: Gomez has a 33.33% win rate over the past year versus Balshaw's 51.35%, showcasing Balshaw as the more consistent performer recently.
• Surface Proficiency: Gomez's best surface is clay with a 31% win rate, yet Balshaw excels further on clay with 56% wins.
• Event Level and Opponent Quality: While both compete mainly in lower-tier events, Balshaw has been up against higher-ranked players (average rank 290.84) compared to Gomez.
• Deciding Set Outcomes: Gomez has struggled in deciding sets with a 0% win rate, whereas Balshaw has successfully won 57% of them, suggesting Balshaw's superior resilience in tight matches.
• Break Point Conversion: Both players are nearly identical, Gomez at 33.33% and Balshaw at 32.91%, indicating similar capabilities in these critical moments.

Editorial Prediction (May 27, 2025, UTC):

Based on recent performance metrics, Balshaw demonstrates a clear edge in both second serve points and breakpoint defense capabilities.

Although Gomez shows stronger first serve returns, Balshaw's consistency in handling more competitive opponents and better record in deciding sets suggests a robust mental game.

Additionally, their superior record on clay—their favored surface—contrasts starkly with Gomez's less impressive stats. Given these factors, Balshaw is the likely winner for the upcoming match.