Francesco Passaro vs Nicolai Budkov Kjaer Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Nicolai Budkov Kjaer has won 41.68% of points on their second serve recently, whereas Francesco Passaro has a better percentage at 47.17%.
• How do they compare in return games? Kjaer has won 44.70% of second serve return points, slightly outperforming Passaro's 43.12%.
• Kjaer excels in first serve returns with 29.92% success, outshining Passaro's 24.92%.
• In saving breakpoints, Passaro is stronger, saving 61.08% compared to Kjaer's 51.17%.
• Nicolai Budkov Kjaer has a marginally higher win rate over the past year, securing 64.63% of matches, while Passaro has won 62.71%.
• What about surface strengths? Kjaer prefers indoor hard courts, boasting a 73% win rate, whereas Passaro performs best on clay with the same winning percentage.
• Both players have struggled on grass, with Kjaer having a 50% win rate and Passaro winning none of his grass matches.
• On the Challenger/ITF circuit, Kjaer has an edge winning 67.92% of matches, while Passaro trails slightly with a 61.76% win rate.
• Directly, Kjaer has the upper hand in their head-to-head matchups, winning the sole encounter against Passaro in a three-set match.
• Average opponent ranking shows Passaro facing tougher competitors, with an average rank of 184.36, compared to Kjaer's 308.79.
• In deciding sets, Passaro has the edge, winning 69% of such situations against Kjaer's 58% success rate over the past year.

Editorial Prediction (October 3, 2025, UTC):

Looking at recent performance trends, Francesco Passaro has shown greater strength on his second serve, a crucial factor in match success. He also faces tougher opponents on average, which could indicate better preparation against higher-ranked players.

However, Nicolai Budkov Kjaer has demonstrated superior ability in return games, particularly on first serves, which could be pivotal in turning the match in his favor. His higher overall win rate on the Challenger/ITF circuit further bolsters his competitive edge in this matchup.

Previous head-to-head results favor Kjaer, as he has emerged victorious in their only encounter. Despite Passaro's advantage in deciding set victories, Kjaer's stronger track record and return game suggest he is more likely to win this upcoming match.