Ryan Nijboer vs Sean Hodkin Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Ryan Nijboer's recent second serve performance is slightly weaker, winning 39.66% of second serve points, compared to Sean Hodkin’s 45.45%. Does this give Hodkin an edge on the serve? Yes, it suggests stronger second serve consistency.
• In return games, Nijboer excels, claiming 46.20% of opponent's second serve points, outperforming Hodkin who has 38.73% in the same scenario.
• First serve return stats also favor Nijboer, with a winning percentage of 29.27% against Hodkin's 25.00%. Does this make Nijboer more formidable on returns? Likely, yes.
• Nijboer is more adept at handling pressure with a breakpoint saving rate of 52.42%, while Hodkin saves only 42.55%. Could this be critical during tight matches? Certainly, Nijboer might emerge stronger.
• Overall, Hodkin has a higher match-winning percentage over the past year at 61.54%, whereas Nijboer stands at 55.95%. Will Hodkin's recent form influence the outcome? It could be a decisive factor.
• On hard courts, both players show equal competence, winning 60% of their matches.
• Nijboer predominantly competes at the Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K level with a 64.81% win rate, marginally higher than Hodkin’s 61.54%. How does opponent quality affect their play? Nijboer faces less challenging opponents, averaging a ranking of 448.65, compared to Hodkin's 110.92 average rank opponents.
• In deciding sets over the past year, Hodkin boasts a better performance, winning 67% of crucial sets, while Nijboer manages 40%.
• For breakpoint conversion, Hodkin is again slightly better, converting 38.46% against Nijboer's 35.38%, hinting at a potential advantage during high-pressure break points.

Editorial Prediction (November 20, 2025, UTC):

Sean Hodkin's superior recent second serve stats, higher match-winning percentage, and better performance in deciding sets suggest a strong potential to excel under pressure and in tight situations. His ability to face and defeat more highly ranked opponents could also provide a psychological edge.

Ryan Nijboer, however, demonstrates notable strength in return games and the ability to save breakpoints effectively, potentially posing a challenge to Hodkin's serve.

Despite Nijboer’s better performance in return games, Sean Hodkin's stronger overall form, experience against higher-ranked competition, and effectiveness in deciding sets make him the likely winner of this match.