Tiago Cacao vs Jose Freitas Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Recently, Cacao has secured 45.58% of points on their second serve, slightly outperforming Freitas, who has secured 43.52%.
• In terms of return games, Cacao has won 40.83% of their opponent's second serve points, whereas Freitas has been more successful with 54.08%.
• Considering first serve returns, Cacao leads again with 30.7% compared to Freitas's 22.86%. What does this indicate? It suggests a potential edge for Cacao in service return situations.
• Under pressure, defined by saved breakpoints, Cacao has a slight advantage, saving 52.94% compared to Freitas's 51.43%.
• Cacao's performance is stronger over the last year, winning 80% of their matches, while Freitas only won 36.67%.
• What about surfaces? Cacao thrives on hard courts with a 57% win rate, outperforming Freitas’s 38% on the same surface.
• At the Futures/Satellites/ITF $10K level, Cacao shows more success, winning 80% of their matches compared to Freitas's 37.93%.
• Is opponent quality significant? Cacao faced opponents ranked 177 on average, indicating potentially less challenging competition than Freitas, who faced players ranked around 108.83.
• If the match goes to a deciding set, Cacao has been victorious in 75% of such scenarios, showing resilience over Freitas's 57% success rate.
• Regarding break point conversion, Freitas excels, converting 66.67% compared to Cacao’s 28.57%, suggesting a key advantage in crucial moments.

Editorial Prediction (August 24, 2025, UTC):

This upcoming match presents an intriguing battle between Cacao and Freitas. Analyzing recent form, Cacao shows strength in both serving and returning, slightly surpassing Freitas in these areas. With a solid 80% win rate over the past year, Cacao demonstrates consistent performance compared to Freitas's lower percentage.

While Freitas exhibits remarkable efficiency in break-point conversion, Cacao's overall skill set, including decisive returns and the ability to handle pressure, provides them with a clear edge. Given these factors, Cacao appears more prepared to seize victory in this encounter.

Considering both players' stats and performances, Cacao is favored to win this match, leveraging their overall consistency and strategic play under pressure.