Julia Grabher vs Arantxa Rus Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

Analyzing the recent second serve performance, Rus has shown a marginally superior ability, winning 39.56% of points compared to Grabher's 38.12% over the past six months. This statistic plays a significant role in determining match outcomes and forecasting the favorite between them. Additionally, when considering return game performance, Rus again outshines her counterpart, securing 51.89% of points on opponents' second serves, whereas Grabher stands at 46.46%. For first serve returns, Rus boasts a 35.94% win rate compared to Grabher's 29.19%, which is pivotal in pre-game analysis.

Pressure scenarios reveal that Rus effectively saved 52.12% of breakpoints, surpassing Grabher's 45.06%. This is a crucial factor for in-game wagering considerations. When reviewing past match performance over the last year, Grabher has a slight edge, winning 58.93% of her matches, while Rus achieved a 53.73% win record. Surface analysis indicates both players favor clay, with Rus having a career win rate of 68% and Grabher close behind at 65%. On grass, however, they both struggle, with Rus at 37% and Grabher at 20% winning percentages.

Focusing on the level of play, Rus had a higher success rate in Challenger/ITF events, boasting a 76.67% win record, slightly better than Grabher's 70.45%. These performances underscore the depth of competition each player has faced. Historical head-to-head records solidly favor Rus, having won three of their four encounters and six of the eight sets played. Despite this, Grabher clinched their latest French Open match with a decisive 6-2, 6-3 triumph.

Examining prolonged matches, they've never needed to play a deciding set against each other, making Rus's 62% success rate in such situations more relevant compared to Grabher's 50%. The shorter match duration averaging 1:37:0 also hints at decisive outcomes. Furthermore, Rus's success in tiebreaks, winning the solitary one they've played, highlights her ability to clinch crucial points under pressure. The level of opponents defeated previously corresponds to Rus facing higher-ranked players with an average ranking of 167.75, whereas Grabher's average opponent rank was 337.32.

Current form in breakpoint opportunities shows potential for quick shifts in momentum. Both players are almost evenly matched, with Rus converting 38.42% and Grabher 39% of their chances. Collectively, these detailed metrics suggest a challenging match ahead. Nonetheless, considering their head-to-head history, overall performance stats, and quality of opponents faced, Rus emerges as the likely favorite to win this encounter.