Rodrigo Pacheco Mendez vs Vilius Gaubas Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recent performance on the second serve shows Mendez winning 43.3% of points, slightly behind Gaubas, who wins 44.71%.
• Mendez has a return game edge by winning 47.2% of second serve points, compared to Gaubas' 45.54%.
• However, Gaubas surpasses Mendez in first serve returns with 30.85% as opposed to Mendez's 27.23%.
• When under pressure, Mendez saves 54.34% of breakpoints while Gaubas saves 50%, a critical stat for assessing pivotal moments.
• Who has been more successful over the last year? Gaubas has won 54.67% of matches slightly outperforming Mendez’s 53.03%.
• Mendez excels indoors on hard surfaces, winning 67% of matches there, but struggles on clay with a 46% win rate.
• Gaubas thrives on clay surfaces with a 64% victory rate but does not perform well indoors, securing just 29% of matches.
• Playing at different levels, Gaubas has a winning percentage of 55.93% on Challengers/ITF tournaments, overshadowing Mendez's 43.24%.
• Encountering tougher opponents, Gaubas faces those averaging a rank of 247.91, while Mendez’s opponents rank on average at 317.05.
• In deciding sets, Gaubas holds an edge with a 56% win rate compared to Mendez's 48% over the last year.
• Critically, Gaubas converts 40.63% of breakpoints versus Mendez’s 31.06%, indicating sharper performance in crucial game moments.

Editorial Prediction (June 17, 2025, UTC):

Analyzing recent stats, Gaubas has a slight edge in their second serve performance compared to Mendez. This consistency translates to a slightly higher success rate in converting opportunities during the match.

Gaubas' strength lies in playing on clay, where they outperform Mendez, particularly given Mendez's lower win rate on this surface. In addition, Gaubas's experience against higher-ranked opponents showcases their ability to withstand tougher challenges.

While Mendez demonstrates strong breakpoint-saving abilities and prowess on indoor surfaces, Gaubas is more adept at seizing breakpoints, which could be decisive in crucial match points.

Given these performance metrics, Gaubas appears to be the more likely winner in this upcoming tennis match, leveraging their superior breakpoint conversion and ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively.