Lina Gjorcheska vs Ksenia Zaytseva Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Gjorcheska edges out Zaytseva in second serve performance over the last 6 months, winning 36.21% of points compared to Zaytseva's 34.03%. Could this give her a crucial advantage in their match?
• Both players exhibit strong return games; however, Zaytseva slightly outperforms Gjorcheska, winning 58.05% of opponents' second serve points compared to Gjorcheska’s 56.23%.
• On first serve returns, the difference is negligible: Gjorcheska at 35.74% and Zaytseva at 36.45%.
• Gjorcheska shows resilience under pressure, saving 47.21% of breakpoints against her compared to Zaytseva's 38.89%.
• Analyzing their performance over the past year, Zaytseva has a higher match win rate of 60.87% compared to Gjorcheska's 52%.
• Clay surfaces favor Gjorcheska slightly better with a 66% win rate versus Zaytseva's 62%.
• In previous tournaments, Zaytseva edges out with 61.29% win rate in Challengers/ITF > $10K events, compared to Gjorcheska’s 53.06%.
• When looking at direct head-to-head confrontations, Gjorcheska leads with a win in their only match, which was on clay, potentially foreshadowing outcomes on similar surfaces.
• Gjorcheska's opponents have had a slightly higher average ranking, indicating tougher past competition compared to Zaytseva.
• Both players have an equal record for deciding set wins over the last year at 38%, potentially intriguing for bettors if a decisive set arises.
• Gjorcheska outperforms in breakpoint conversion with a 42.39% success rate compared to Zaytseva’s 38.62% in recent form.

Editorial Prediction (August 8, 2025, UTC):

In this intriguing matchup, historical statistics and recent trends shed light on the possible outcomes. Gjorcheska’s superior second serve success and ability to save breakpoints provides a tactical edge.

However, Zaytseva’s notable return game and recent higher win percentage could present a formidable challenge, especially considering her slightly better record in high-stakes matches over the past year.

Their head-to-head history leans in Gjorcheska's favor, with previous success on clay, which might play a crucial role in determining the semifinal fixture's outcome.

While both competitors are equally adept in handling decisive sets, the consistent pattern of Gjorcheska’s strength under pressure suggests a possible upper hand.

Based on these analyses, Lina Gjorcheska is favored to achieve victory in the upcoming encounter, albeit narrowly, given the competitive nature of Zaytseva's playing style.