Niccolo Catini vs Gabriele Vulpitta Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does second serve performance compare? Catini recently secures 38.99% of second serve points, slightly surpassing Vulpitta's 34.78%, a key indicator for match outcomes.
• Which player excels in return games? Vulpitta excels on opponents’ second serves, winning 54.55% compared to Catini's 46.78%, offering a potential edge.
• Who saves breakpoints more effectively? Catini leads with 46.67% of breakpoints saved versus Vulpitta's 33.33%, a crucial statistic for in-game scenarios.
• Looking at overall match performance, Catini has a stronger win rate with 45.45% compared to Vulpitta's 36.84% over the past year.
• On which surface does each player perform best? Vulpitta favors clay at 36% wins, whereas Catini excels on hard courts with a 53% win rate.
• Have both players been competing in similar events? Yes, both have played mainly in Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K tournaments, with Catini winning 48.08% of these matches, slightly better than Vulpitta's 40%.
• Who faces tougher opponents? Vulpitta battles higher-ranked players, with an average opponent rank of 348.95, compared to Catini's 476.65.
• How do deciding sets fare for each? Catini gains an upper hand, winning 46% of deciding sets compared to Vulpitta’s 29% in the past year.
• What about break point conversion? Catini demonstrates superior conversion rate at 39.66%, while Vulpitta struggles with no conversions, vital in live match predictions.

Editorial Prediction (June 17, 2025, UTC):

Examining recent form, Catini reveals a stronger second serve performance and excels in converting break points, which can be critical in clutch situations.

Although Vulpitta demonstrates promising returns on second serves, their inability to convert break points places them at a disadvantage compared to Catini's ability to capitalize on such moments.

Additionally, Catini's stronger previous win rate and deciding set performance suggest a slight edge in experience and mental fortitude under pressure.

Taking into account these factors, including surface strengths and opponent quality, Catini appears slightly favored to win the upcoming match.