Iryna Shymanovich vs Xinyu Gao Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• When analyzing second serve performance, Gao slightly edges Shymanovich, winning 38.29% compared to 37.12% over the past 6 months.
• Shymanovich excels in return games, securing 50% of points on opponents' second serves against Gao's 47.99%.
• On first serve returns, Gao has a slight advantage, winning 35.85% compared to Shymanovich’s 34.05%.
• Under pressure, Shymanovich is more adept, saving 48.24% of breakpoints compared to Gao’s 42.51%.
• Looking at overall match win rates over the last year, Shymanovich leads, winning 62.67% of matches, while Gao has 56.86%.
• Both players shine on clay, with Gao holding a 68% win rate and Shymanovich slightly ahead at 70%.
• In grass court encounters, neither player has secured a win, both sharing a 0% win rate.
• In matches over the last year above $10K at Challenger/ITF levels, Shymanovich has a slightly higher win percentage (64.18%) compared to Gao (60.61%).
• Gao has faced more challenging opponents on average, with competitors ranked 231.86 compared to Shymanovich’s opponents ranked 307.43.
• If the match reaches a deciding set, Gao has a stronger track record, winning 63% compared to Shymanovich’s 53%.
• Shymanovich is marginally better at converting break points, with a conversion rate of 45.38% against Gao's 43.33%.

Editorial Prediction (June 13, 2025, UTC):

This upcoming match between Gao and Shymanovich presents intriguing dynamics with each player showcasing unique strengths. Gao demonstrates slightly superior performance on second serves, though Shymanovich retaliates with more effective return games, especially against second serves.

Clay surfaces favor both competitors heavily, yet neither has performed well on grass. Gao has been challenging higher-ranked opponents consistently, while Shymanovich shows resilience under pressure by saving more break points.

The match may swing to either player, but if it comes to a deciding set, Gao exhibits a stronger record. Nonetheless, Shymanovich's consistent match win rates and ability to convert break points slightly tip the balance in their favor.

Considering these factors, Shymanovich appears to have a slight edge and is likely to win this upcoming encounter.