James Duckworth vs Michael Vrbensky Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• James Duckworth excels in second serve performance, winning 48.30% of points compared to Michael Vrbensky's 42.11%. Does this give Duckworth an edge? It seems likely.
• In terms of return game performance, Vrbensky has the upper hand, winning 48.84% of opponent's second serve points versus Duckworth's 44.17%. Will this help Vrbensky counter Duckworth's serve?
• When examining first serve returns, Vrbensky also leads with 27.56% compared to Duckworth’s 21.09%, providing him a potential advantage in breaking serves.
• Under pressure, Duckworth has shown resilience, saving 57.51% of breakpoints against Vrbensky’s 53.85%, indicating stronger performance in critical moments.
• Over the past year, Duckworth has a higher match win percentage at 50.77%, compared to Vrbensky’s 46.15%, suggesting slightly better overall form.
• Both players perform best on clay, each with a 63% win rate, but have different weaker surfaces; Duckworth on grass and Vrbensky on indoor hard courts.
• In terms of player level, Duckworth has competed predominantly on the Main tour, achieving a 53.57% win rate, whereas Vrbensky has mostly played in Challenger/ITF circuits with a 44.44% win rate. Could this experience at higher levels favor Duckworth?
• Duckworth has faced stronger opponents on average, with a 222.66 average opponent rank, whereas Vrbensky's opponents have had an average rank of 425.62, potentially affecting match outcomes.
• If the match goes to a deciding set, Duckworth's 40% win rate in such scenarios is double that of Vrbensky's 20%, hinting at better endurance or mental toughness in long matches.

Editorial Prediction (November 5, 2025, UTC):

In assessing the upcoming match between James Duckworth and Michael Vrbensky, several factors point to Duckworth having the edge. His superior second serve performance coupled with a higher breakpoint saving rate suggests he can handle critical points effectively.

Although Vrbensky exhibits stronger return statistics, Duckworth's experience and success on the Main tour against higher-ranked opponents could prove decisive. Add in that Duckworth has a stronger track record in deciding sets, and his overall higher match win rate suggests better form.

Considering these statistics, James Duckworth appears to be the more likely winner in this encounter.