Petr Bar Biryukov vs Erik Arutiunian Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Arutiunian has slightly better second serve statistics, winning 49.05% of points compared to Biryukov's 47.92%. Could this minor advantage impact the overall match outcome?
• In terms of return game performance, Arutiunian maintains an edge by winning 45.04% of opponents' second serve points, while Biryukov achieves 41.21%.
• Both players perform similarly on first serve returns, with Arutiunian at 20.88% and Biryukov at 20.09%.
• Under pressure, Biryukov outperforms Arutiunian by saving 60.14% of breakpoints, compared to Arutiunian's 54.17%.
• Although Arutiunian shows slightly weaker breakpoint conversion at 27.91% versus Biryukov's 22.3%, could Biryukov's stronger breakpoint saving be a decisive factor?
• In their last twelve months, Biryukov boasts a higher match win rate (67.95%) compared to Arutiunian’s 64.29%.
• Biryukov is more successful on Hard surfaces, with a career win rate of 65%. Arutiunian's best surface is I.hard, with a win percentage of 63%.
• In terms of tour level over the past year, Biryukov's performance at $10K tournaments surpasses Arutiunian's, winning 77.27% of matches.
• Arutiunian has defeated Biryukov in their only previous head-to-head meeting, winning convincingly with a 6-0, 6-2 scoreline.
• Biryukov competes against slightly higher-ranked opponents (average rank 422.95) compared to Arutiunian (average rank 485.3).
• If a deciding set occurs, Arutiunian has a higher success rate, winning 63% of such sets against Biryukov's 57%.

Editorial Prediction (August 9, 2025, UTC):

Based on the analysis of recent performance, Arutiunian and Biryukov exhibit closely matched capabilities. Arutiunian, however, presents a marginal edge in second serve and return game statistics, which can be critical in deciding moments.

Biryukov possesses a stronger record in breakpoint scenarios, showcasing resilience under pressure. Yet, Arutiunian's previous head-to-head victory and superior deciding set performance offer a significant confidence boost.

Despite Biryukov competing against marginally higher-ranked players, the overall balance of play and their head-to-head history signals a potential advantage for Arutiunian.

Considering these factors, Arutiunian appears to have a slight upper hand and is thus predicted to be the likely winner of this upcoming tennis match.