Tim Handel vs Dominik Recek Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Second Serve Performance: Handel has been winning 40.43% of second serve points recently, slightly below Recek's 43.89%.
• Return Game: Recek has an edge, winning 48.95% of second serve returns compared to Handel's 45.28%.
• First Serve Returns: Recek again holds the advantage with 32.43% versus Handel's 27.64%.
• Breakpoint Defense: Recek saves breakpoints more effectively at 56.41% compared to Handel's 52.73%.
• Overall Performance: Handel won 52.31% of their matches in the last year, while Recek had a stronger performance winning 68.18%.
• Best Surface: Both players favor clay, but Handel has the higher win rate at 62% compared to Recek's 56%.
• Player Level: Recek has been more successful in Futures tournaments, winning 68.18% against Handel's 54.55%.
• Direct Matchups: Handel leads with 2 wins over Recek with no losses, showing dominance in their encounters.
• Match Duration: Average match length between them is 1:47:0, indicating reasonably competitive matches.
• Deciding Sets: Handel performs better, winning 47% of deciding sets, while Recek wins 33%.
• Opponent Quality: Handel has played against lower-ranked opponents, while Recek's competition has on average a rank of 226.
• Break Point Conversion: Recek is slightly more efficient, converting 38.1% of break points versus Handel's 36.11%.

Editorial Prediction (July 8, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Handel and Recek promises to be an intriguing encounter. While Recek boasts superior stats in second serve and return games, as well as breakpoint conversion, Handel’s past head-to-head successes cannot be overlooked.

Recek’s higher conversion on both serve returns indicates a potentially stronger in-game performance but can he break Handel’s historical dominance?

Handel's ability to outlast in deciding sets can be pivotal if the match stretches to its limits. Additionally, his preference for clay might just give him the edge on familiar terrain.

Considering the head-to-head record and strength on favored surfaces, Handel is more likely to clinch this match, despite Recek's impressive recent form.