Mariam Bolkvadze vs Monika Ekstrand Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Ekstrand has a slight edge in recent second serve performance, winning 42.99% of points compared to Bolkvadze's 38.63%. Will this serve advantage influence the match outcome?
• When returning their opponent's second serve, Bolkvadze shows a better form, winning 52.71% of points against Ekstrand's 50.74%.
• Bolkvadze also has a marginal advantage on first serve returns, with a 34.02% success rate, compared to Ekstrand's 33.55%.
• Ekstrand demonstrates greater resilience under pressure, having saved 52.43% of breakpoints recently, while Bolkvadze saved 47.04%.
• In terms of overall performance in the past year, Ekstrand has a better win ratio at 67.39% compared to Bolkvadze's 60.29%.
• Ekstrand excels on clay courts with a 63% win record, while Bolkvadze thrives on hard surfaces, with the same percentage success rate.
• Both players are closely matched in winning percentages at Challenger/ITF tournaments > $10K, with Ekstrand at 64.71% and Bolkvadze at 64.29%.
• Bolkvadze consistently competes against higher-ranked opponents, showing a stronger average opponent rank of 279.28 compared to Ekstrand's 430.26.
• Ekstrand holds the advantage in deciding set performances, winning 70% over the last year, whereas Bolkvadze has a 65% success rate.
• Ekstrand is slightly more efficient at converting breakpoints, achieving a 46.53% conversion rate compared to Bolkvadze's 44.5%.

Editorial Prediction (July 3, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Ekstrand and Bolkvadze is shaping up to be a close contest, with both players showing distinct strengths that could influence the outcome. Ekstrand demonstrates a superior second-serve performance and breakpoint resilience, which could be pivotal, especially if the match becomes tense.

On the other hand, Bolkvadze is more proficient in returning serves and frequently competes against higher-ranked opponents, possibly affording them a tactical advantage born from tougher competition.

Despite Bolkvadze's proficiency on hard courts, Ekstrand's overall performance, especially in deciding sets, and his advantage on the clay surface, lead to an edge in this matchup.

Considering these factors, Ekstrand seems better positioned to triumph in this match, albeit narrowly.