Nicolas Ifi vs Adrien Gobat Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Which player has the edge in second serve performance? Nicolas Ifi edges slightly ahead with a recent form win rate of 47.46% compared to Adrien Gobat's 47.31%.
• Regarding return game performance, Adrien Gobat wins 43.74% of second serve return points, outperforming Nicolas Ifi's 40.12%.
• Gobat also has a stronger first serve return game, winning 26.69% compared to Ifi's 22.89%.
• Under pressure, Gobat saves 58.29% of breakpoints, while Ifi saves 55.87%.
• Over the past year, Ifi won 60.27% of his matches, slightly more than Gobat, who won 60.00%.
• Both players excel on hard courts, each boasting a 65% career win rate, but Ifi struggles more on clay.
• Gobat has played against opponents with a lower average rank (316.87) compared to Ifi's opponents (232.21), which might have influenced his win rate.
• If a match goes into a deciding set, Gobat has a higher win rate of 56%, compared to Ifi's 44% over the last year.

Editorial Prediction (October 16, 2025, UTC):

As we compare the recent performances of Nicolas Ifi and Adrien Gobat, certain trends emerge that can inform our prediction for their upcoming match.

While Ifi shows a marginal advantage in second serve success, Gobat’s return games are notably stronger, particularly against both first and second serves. This suggests Gobat can effectively counter Ifi's service game, potentially shifting match momentum in his favor.

Under pressure, Gobat demonstrates greater resilience, saving more breakpoints, which is a critical factor when predicting outcomes in tightly contested matches. Additionally, if the match extends to a deciding set, Gobat's higher winning percentage in these scenarios positions him as more reliable in clutch situations.

Considering the quality and ranking of their past opponents also balances the scale slightly towards Ifi, as he has faced higher-ranked competitors more frequently, sharpening his competitive edge in tougher situations.

In summary, despite Ifi’s slight edge in overall match victories and having faced tougher opponents, Gobat’s superior return capabilities, clutch breakpoint saving, and advantage in deciding set performance make him the more likely winner in this matchup.