Shuai Zhang vs Bethanie Mattek-Sands Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

In evaluating the upcoming match between Mattek-Sands and Zhang, we begin by analyzing their second serve performance over the past six months. Mattek-Sands has won 20% of their points on second serve, whereas Zhang has achieved a higher success rate of 34.5%. This statistic is essential in predicting match outcomes given its significant correlation with match prediction accuracy.

Examining their return game efficiency in recent months, Mattek-Sands has claimed victory in 47.37% of their opponent’s second serve points. Meanwhile, Zhang has been slightly more successful, winning 47.69% in the same metric. The first serve return percentage tells a different story, however, with Mattek-Sands at a commanding 46.67% compared to Zhang's 26.26%. This data is crucial for anticipating the favorite in this head-to-head matchup.

Mattek-Sands has a career-best win percentage of 57% on clay courts (W/L 108/82), contrasting with a 51% success rate on hard surfaces (W/L 180/173). Conversely, Zhang's top performances are on hard courts, with a win percentage of 59% (W/L 387/266), and a lower percentage of 47% on clay (W/L 83/93).

Analyzing their performance under pressure, Mattek-Sands has saved 22.22% of breakpoints recently, whereas Zhang has been more resilient with a 43.44% save rate. These figures offer valuable insights for in-game betting predictions. Furthermore, in terms of break point conversion, Mattek-Sands has been effective, converting 37.5% of opportunities, while Zhang's conversion rate stands at 27.27%.

Over the past year, Mattek-Sands achieved a perfect win record, winning 100% of their matches on the Main tour (W/L 1/0). Zhang recorded a 50% win rate in the Masters series (W/L 5/5), and overall, 39.13% for matches played (W/L 9/14). Relative event levels played at provide context in computing the favorite, emphasizing Mattek-Sands's efficiency in the limited outings.

Their direct head-to-head record shows that they have faced each other three times, with Zhang holding a 2-1 lead. Out of six sets played, Zhang captured four, and Mattek-Sands secured two. Their most recent encounter took place in Cleveland on August 25, 2021, where Zhang emerged triumphant with a score of 6-4, 7-6(7). On average, their matches last approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes.

Opponent quality plays a critical role when comparing these players. Mattek-Sands, over the last 12 months, faced opponents with an average rank of 256, while Zhang's adversaries had an average rank of 113.3. Additionally, deciding set statistics reveal neither player has claimed a win over the previous year, and in head-to-head scenarios, a tiebreak resulted in Zhang's favor (1-0).

Bringing together these detailed statistics, Zhang appears favored to win the upcoming match. Her consistent performance in return games and resilience under pressure, coupled with a stronger track record and head-to-head advantage over Mattek-Sands, positions her as the more likely victor in this encounter.