Jozef Kovalik vs Carlos Taberner Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• In recent months, Kovalik holds a slight edge in second serve performance, winning 46.8% of points compared to Taberner's 45.92%.
• Regarding return game effectiveness, both players are closely matched. Taberner leads slightly in winning opponent's second serve points with 45.85%, against Kovalik's 45.55%.
• Taberner is more successful in handling pressure, saving 51.84% of breakpoints compared to Kovalik's 49.24%.
• Performance over the past year reveals Taberner outperformed Kovalik, securing victory in 60.81% of matches, while Kovalik managed a win rate of 33.33%.
• Both players excel on clay, with Taberner achieving a win rate of 64% and Kovalik closely behind at 62%.
• Comparing player levels, Taberner has a superior win rate in Challenger/ITF tournaments, with 61.19% versus Kovalik's 45%.
• Direct head-to-head records favor Taberner, who leads with 3 wins to Kovalik's 2. Taberner has also won more sets, 7 to 5.
• Their previous encounter on clay ended in Taberner's favor via a three-set match.
• The average match duration has been typically around 2 hours and 17 minutes between these competitors.
• In deciding sets, Taberner has performed better overall, winning 66% of such sets compared to Kovalik's 32% in the past year.
• Both have split their tiebreaks evenly, each winning 2 against the other.
• Taberner's opponents had an average rank of 264.05, slightly weaker compared to Kovalik's opponents with an average rank of 228.51.
• If the match extends to a deciding set, Taberner holds an advantage, with his better performance in such scenarios.
• In breakpoint conversion, Taberner again takes the lead, converting 33.33% of opportunities, with Kovalik trailing at 24.56%.

Editorial Prediction (June 17, 2025, UTC):

Recent statistics present Kovalik with a narrow edge in second serve performance, yet Taberner's overall track record and stats paint a different picture.

Taberner displays calmness under pressure, reflected in his superior breakpoint saving percentage and conversion stats. Moreover, his performance over the past year, along with a better win rate against similar-level opponents, strengthens his position for this match.

Furthermore, Taberner's ability to win deciding sets and his marginally better efficacy on crucial points give him a favorable outlook.

Considering both their historical head-to-head encounters and the current form, Carlos Taberner appears more likely to emerge victorious in this upcoming clash.