Jelena Ostapenko vs Sonay Kartal Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does Kartal's second serve performance currently fare compared to Ostapenko's? Kartal has a slight edge, winning 41.9% of points on their second serve, against Ostapenko's 37.35% in the last six months.
• Who is stronger in return games recently? Ostapenko shows more prowess, winning 53.33% of points against opponents' second serves, overtaking Kartal who wins 46.27%.
• When it comes to returning first serves, Kartal leads slightly, securing 33.95% of points compared to Ostapenko's 32.31%.
• Under pressure, who saves breakpoints more effectively? Kartal has saved 50.18% of breakpoints compared to Ostapenko's 47.97%.
• Analyzing performance over the last year, Kartal has been more successful, claiming victory in 71.88% of matches, whereas Ostapenko has a win rate of 52.5%.
• Which surface suits each player better? Kartal excels on Indoor hard courts with a win rate of 79%, while Grass is Ostapenko's forte, boasting 68% success.
• Kartal plays primarily in Challengers/ITF tournaments, winning 86.96% of these matches, while Ostapenko competes mainly on the Main tour, securing 53.33%.
• In their head-to-head, Ostapenko has a flawless record, winning their only encounter and both sets played.
• Kartal has faced opponents with a lower average rank (174.14), indicating Ostapenko's experience against tougher competition (average rank 58.42).
• In deciding set victories within the past year, Ostapenko holds a slight advantage, winning 70% compared to Kartal's 64%.
• Regarding break point conversions recently, Ostapenko has converted more opportunities at 42.08%, outpacing Kartal's 40.37%.

Editorial Prediction (June 28, 2025, UTC):

Reviewing recent performance metrics, Kartal displays a marginally stronger second serve performance. However, in return games, Ostapenko seems more adept, especially against opponents' second serves.

In terms of handling pressurized moments like breakpoints, Kartal appears slightly more effective, but Ostapenko's ability to convert break opportunities gives her an upper hand.

Ostapenko's history on grass, combining her higher-level match experience, suggests she may be better prepared for competitive play. Head-to-head stats further favor Ostapenko.

Taking into account these factors, Ostapenko is positioned as the likely winner in the upcoming match.