Giuseppe La Vela vs Stijn Pel Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Which player performs better on their second serve points in the last six months? Vela edges out with 42.34%, slightly surpassing Pel's 42.08%.
• Who has the advantage in return games? Pel takes the lead, claiming 46.63% of their opponent's second serve points as opposed to Vela's 45.51%.
• In terms of returning the first serve, Pel again surpasses Vela, winning 31.69% compared to Vela's 29.46%.
• How do they perform under pressure? Pel shows resilience by saving 55.56% of break points, outperforming Vela who saves 50.21%.
• Over the past year, Vela has a slight edge in match wins, achieving 54% compared to Pel's 52%.
• Both players excel on clay with similar win rates, Vela at 58% and Pel at 57%. However, Vela has a noticeable disadvantage on hard surfaces.
• Regarding player level and experience, both players frequently compete in Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K tournaments, showing a comparable win rate of around 52-54%.
• Who faces tougher opponents on average? Pel does, with an average opponent rank of 278.76, which is significantly higher than Vela's 412.44.
• What are the probabilities in deciding sets? Both Vela and Pel are robust, winning 75% of deciding sets in the last 12 months.
• In terms of converting break points, Pel is more efficient, with a 43.75% conversion rate compared to Vela's 32.39%.

Editorial Prediction (July 14, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing the recent form, Pel has slight advantages in both return games and under-pressure situations. Their ability to convert breakpoints and face tougher opponents gives them an edge.

While both players have shown proficiency on clay surfaces and perform similarly in deciding sets, Pel's superior opponent quality and stronger breakpoint conversion rate position them favorably.

Considering these factors, Pel is more likely to triumph in the upcoming match based on the comparative analysis.