Luca Castelnuovo vs Shintaro Imai Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recent second serve performance shows Castelnuovo ahead, winning 46.27% of points versus Imai's 40.9%. Can this advantage influence the match outcome? It's likely.
• In returning second serves, Imai has a slight edge, capturing 50% of points compared to Castelnuovo's 44.34%, potentially balancing out Castelnuovo's better serve.
• For first serve returns, Imai outperforms slightly, winning 25.18% over Castelnuovo's 23.8%. This could give Imai a minor advantage.
• Under pressure, Imai saves more breakpoints (56.4%) than Castelnuovo (48.48%), a key factor during crucial match moments.
• Overall match performance reflects similar strengths, with Imai winning 61.22% of matches and Castelnuovo at 60.29% in the past year.
• When discussing favorite surfaces, Castelnuovo thrives on indoor hard courts (52% win rate), while Imai excels on clay (80% win rate). Grass spells trouble for both.
• Considering player level, Imai leads slightly with a 68.57% win rate in Futures/ITF tournaments, compared to Castelnuovo's 62.9%.
• In direct encounters, Castelnuovo has won 1 out of 1 matchups against Imai, winning both sets played.
• Past matches lasted on average 1:43:0, indicating a potential for lengthy contests.
• Facing extreme pressure, Castelnuovo won the sole tiebreak they've played against Imai.
• When it comes to opponent quality, Castelnuovo has competed against a higher average-ranked player (401.28) than Imai (504.94).
• If the match extends to a deciding set, Imai has a better record, winning 47% of them as opposed to Castelnuovo's 39%.
• Break point conversion sees Castelnuovo ahead again, converting 31.47% compared to Imai's 26.67%, important during pressure situations.

Editorial Prediction (June 25, 2025, UTC):

As we approach this anticipated tennis face-off, a detailed look into the stats illustrates a tightly matched contest. Castelnuovo, with a slight edge in serving and breakpoint conversions, presents strong challenges from the baseline.

Imai counters with solid returns and breakpoint-saving abilities, setting the stage for potentially game-changing moments. Despite these strengths, past direct match history shows Castelnuovo with a successful track record against Imai.

Given the mixed results in deciding set and under-pressure scenarios, the margin for victory is narrow. Evaluating all parameters, especially surface suitability and historical performance, Luca Castelnuovo appears poised to take the upper hand in this upcoming bout.