Viktoriya Tomova vs Katie Boulter Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• Second serve success recently: Katie Boulter has won 37.91% of points on her second serve, with Viktoriya Tomova slightly ahead at 38.16%. Does this stat give Tomova a minor edge? Yes, but just slightly.
• Return game efficiency: Boulter has won 51.72% of points on opponent's second serves, while Tomova has a better rate at 52.45%. On first serve returns, Boulter trails at 31.60% compared to Tomova's 36.55%. Does Tomova's return game give her an advantage? Potentially, yes.
• Handling pressure well: Boulter has saved 47.99% of breakpoints, marginally lower than Tomova's 49.54%. Could Tomova's resilience under pressure tilt the scales? Perhaps.
• Overall performance over the past year: Boulter has a better winning percentage of 55.77% compared to Tomova's 42.55%.
• Surface preferences: Boulter excels on indoor hard courts with a 63% win rate, whereas Tomova's best surface is clay, also at 63%. Their weaknesses differ, with Boulter struggling on clay (56%) and Tomova on grass (49%).
• Experience on the main tour: Boulter has been more successful on the Main tour, winning 63.64% of her matches, compared to Tomova's 38.10% win rate.
• Direct head-to-head record favors Boulter, who has won 2 of their 3 encounters, including their latest meeting on clay.
• In matches against higher-ranked opponents, Boulter's opponents have been ranked lower at an average of 100.58, versus Tomova's at 83.68, indicating tougher competition for Tomova.
• In deciding sets over the past 12 months, Boulter has a 62% win rate, while Tomova has a 50% win rate. Could Boulter's edge in ultimate set situations be a tipping point? It looks likely.

Editorial Prediction (October 4, 2025, UTC):

As we anticipate the upcoming match between Katie Boulter and Viktoriya Tomova, the statistical breakdown reveals a closely contested battle. Tomova slightly edges out Boulter in both second serve points and return games, showing her capability to capitalize on these aspects of play.

Boulter, however, shows better overall performance in the past year, showcasing a higher win rate and more success on the main tour. Even in pressure situations and particularly in deciding sets, Boulter has shown her mettle more often.

Given their direct head-to-head history, where Boulter has the lead, and considering the specialized surface strengths of each player, Boulter appears to have a holistic advantage. Despite Tomova's commendable resistance and recent competitive edge in returns, it's Boulter's consistency and win rate that probably signal her as the favorite to win their upcoming encounter.