Sada Nahimana vs Arantxa Rus Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recent second serve success gives Nahimana an edge; she wins 38.49% of such points compared to Rus’s 34.65%.
• In return games, both players exhibit strengths and weaknesses: Nahimana wins 50.56% of opponent's second serve points while Rus edges slightly ahead at 52.29%. On first serve returns, Nahimana is behind at 34.39% against Rus's 36.27%.
• Has Nahimana been more resilient under pressure? Yes, she has saved 48.02% of breakpoints against Rus’s 45.82%.
• Which player's overall performance has been stronger in the past year? Nahimana boasts a higher match win rate at 64.29% compared to Rus’s 49.23%.
• On clay, both players excel, but who shines brighter? Rus has a superior career win percentage at 67% over Nahimana’s 62%.
• Both players frequently compete in Challengers/ITF events. Nahimana slightly outperforms with a 64.06% win rate against Rus’s 61.29%.
• Considering the quality of opponents faced, Rus has competed against tougher players with an average rank of 172.71 compared to Nahimana’s 381.44.
• In deciding sets, where does each player stand? Rus prevails more often, with a 65% win rate over Nahimana’s 47%.
• Would Nahimana or Rus be better at converting breakpoint opportunities? Rus marginally excels at 41.53% compared to Nahimana’s 40.98%.

Editorial Prediction (July 14, 2025, UTC):

Heading into the match, Nahimana’s recent form on her second serve gives her a slight advantage over Rus. This advantage is crucial given the strong tie between second serve success and match outcomes.

While Nahimana’s breakpoint saving ability indicates she holds firm under pressure, it’s potentially not enough to outweigh Rus’s strength in deciding sets and her experience against higher-ranked opponents.

However, on clay, which is both players' strongest surface, Rus has historically fared better, suggesting she holds a slight edge in surface-specific performance.

Combining these factors with Rus's superior return game performance and greater experience against tougher competition, she is the likely favorite to win this match.