Maria Sakkari vs Cori Gauff Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

Analyzing the recent performance in second serve points, Cori Gauff has the edge, having secured 40.16% compared to Maria Sakkari's 38.95% over the past six months. This statistic is significant given its strong correlation with match predictions. Additionally, in recent return games, Gauff again shows superiority by winning 56.04% of opponents' second serve points, overshadowing Sakkari's 49.61% in this area.

When under pressure, Gauff demonstrates a slight advantage, saving 48.61% of breakpoints, compared to Sakkari's 47.06%. This metric is considered beneficial for in-play betting predictions. Moreover, in head-to-head matchups, Gauff has won 4 out of 9 encounters against Sakkari, although Sakkari has won more sets, 11 to 9. Their most recent match ended in Gauff's favor at the BNP Paribas Open, suggesting she might have momentum heading into their next meeting.

Both players have different levels of success on varying surfaces. Gauff performs exceptionally on grass, with a win percentage of 71%, whereas Sakkari excels on clay, achieving a 63% win rate. Such statistics are pivotal when considering the match location and surface conditions. Additionally, Gauff's match history over the past year reflects superior performance, winning 74.24% of her matches, compared to Sakkari's 48.78%.

In analyzing their experience, Gauff has faced higher-ranked opponents, with an average rank of 54.5, which presents her as a more battle-tested candidate than Sakkari, whose opponents have averaged a rank of 91.1. Further emphasizing Gauff’s potential in handling pressure, she has triumphed in nearly 61% of deciding sets across the last 12 months compared to Sakkari's 14%. This could be influential if their match extends to a deciding set.

Gauff's performance in the current event should also be reviewed to evaluate her form as the tournament progresses. Although Sakkari has a higher breakpoint conversion rate at 39.08%, Gauff's overall recent accomplishments and past performances against stronger opposition provide her a slight upper hand. Based on these statistical insights, Gauff appears more likely to prevail in the upcoming encounter.