Maria Sakkari vs Yulia Putintseva Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recently, Putintseva and Sakkari have close second serve performances, with Putintseva slightly ahead at 43.17% compared to Sakkari’s 40.51%.
• For returns, Sakkari is narrowly better on opponent second serves, winning 49.49% of points versus Putintseva’s 48.75%.
• In first serve return points, Putintseva holds a slight edge at 31.24% compared to Sakkari’s 30.56%.
• Under pressure, Sakkari has a better breakpoint saving rate with 50% against Putintseva's 48.16%.
• Over the last year, Putintseva has been more successful in match wins with a 56% win rate compared to Sakkari’s 45%.
• Both players excel on clay with similar win rates, but perform less effectively on grass, with Putintseva having a lower win percentage there.
• In the main tour over the past year, Putintseva has a 50% win rate, surpassing Sakkari’s 36.84%.
• Sakkari has a 2-1 advantage in head-to-head matchups, including their most recent encounter.
• Matches between these players average nearly two hours in duration.
• Sakkari has shown dominance in tight situations, winning the sole tiebreak and deciding set they've played.
• Putintseva has played higher-ranked opponents, suggesting challenging matchups, while Sakkari has faced slightly tougher average opponents.
• In deciding sets over the last year, Putintseva boasts a 62% success rate, compared to Sakkari’s 33%.
• In converting breakpoints, Sakkari leads with 36.52% compared to Putintseva’s 35.63% efficiency.

Editorial Prediction (June 22, 2025, UTC):

The stats reveal a competitive matchup between Putintseva and Sakkari, highlighted by their second serve and return game performance. Both players exhibit strengths in returning serves, with Putintseva slightly superior on first serve returns.

Sakkari showcases a marginal advantage in pressure situations, saving breakpoints more effectively. Despite this, Putintseva's greater win percentage over the last year suggests better overall form. However, Sakkari's head-to-head lead might give her a psychological edge.

While both excel on clay, their recent matches on the main tour indicate that Putintseva has been more successful overall. If the match extends to a deciding set, Putintseva's higher success rate in such scenarios could be pivotal.

Considering these factors, Putintseva is slightly favored to win this upcoming tennis match, thanks to her recent form and effectiveness in critical match situations.