Igor Gimenez vs Paulo Saraiva Dos Santos Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• What about the second serve points? Gimenez has a slight disadvantage, winning 42.16% compared to Santos' 43.06% over the past six months.
• When it comes to returning second serves, Gimenez has an edge, winning 46.15% of points, while Santos captures 45.11%.
• In first serve returns, Gimenez outperforms Santos, winning 33.06% compared to 29.58%.
• Under pressure situations, Santos shows better breakpoint saving stats at 51.67%, versus Gimenez's 49.76%.
• Performance over the last year slightly favors Gimenez with a win rate of 55.38% against Santos' 53.03%.
• Both players excel on clay courts, but Gimenez holds a better record at 58% compared to Santos' 50%.
• In recent tournament play at the $10K level, Santos edges out Gimenez with a win rate of 62.5% to 61.9%.
• Direct head-to-head history favors Gimenez, who won their only encounter in straight sets.
• Gimenez generally competes against higher-ranked opponents, with an average rank of 347.75 compared to Santos' 368.21.
• In deciding sets, Gimenez appears more robust, winning 64% compared to Santos' success rate of 38%.
• What's their conversion rate? Gimenez capitalizes on breakpoints more effectively with a rate of 42.8%, outperforming Santos' 32.51%.

Editorial Prediction (September 17, 2025, UTC):

As we analyze the upcoming match, Gimenez seems to have a firm footing on several fronts. Despite a minor disadvantage on second serve points, his superior ability to return both first and second serves gives him an important edge.

Gimenez’s past performance on clay, where both athletes will compete, suggests a stronger background and a higher likelihood of success on this surface.

Moreover, Gimenez's head-to-head track record against Santos is undeniably favorable, coupled with his better record against stronger opponents on average.

Although Santos saves more breakpoints under pressure, Gimenez's power in converting breakpoints, along with his previous victory over Santos, tips the scales in his favor.

Considering these factors, the prediction leans towards Gimenez as the likely winner in their upcoming match.