Tereza Valentova vs Himeno Sakatsume Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does Sakatsume's second serve compare to Valentova's? Sakatsume has secured 36.78% of points on their second serve, whereas Valentova has achieved a slightly higher figure at 39.57% in recent months.
• What about their return game statistics? Sakatsume has capitalized on 46.63% of opponents' second serves, trailing behind Valentova who has taken advantage of 49.9%.
• When analyzing first-serve returns, Sakatsume boasts a 37.34% success rate over 32.77% for Valentova, indicating an edge in returning first serves.
• Under pressure, Sakatsume has saved 48.79% of breakpoints, indicating resilience, slightly surpassing Valentova, who saves 45.81% of breakpoints.
• Overall match performances over the year show Sakatsume with a 61.9% win rate, whereas Valentova shines with a higher 79.25% win rate.
• Focusing on surface-specific strengths, Sakatsume performs best on indoor hard courts with a win percentage of 67%, while Valentova excels on hard courts, winning 87% of her matches.
• Both players have predominantly competed in Challengers/ITF tournaments > $10K, with Sakatsume having a 62.9% win rate compared to Valentova's superior 80% rate.
• In their direct encounters, Valentova leads, having won their only head-to-head match convincingly in straight sets.
• When faced with tough opponents, Sakatsume has an average opponent ranking of 390.89, whereas Valentova's opponents average a stronger ranking of 244.68.
• In deciding set scenarios, Sakatsume has a 38% success rate, which is significantly lower than Valentova's 64% win rate in such situations.
• On breakpoint conversion, Sakatsume edges out Valentova, converting 45.85% of opportunities compared to Valentova's 42.8%.

Editorial Prediction (July 18, 2025, UTC):

Both players have demonstrated strengths and weaknesses in various aspects of their recent performances. Sakatsume shows a greater ability to return first serves and convert breakpoints, key components of securing a win.

However, Valentova’s overall stronger performance record over the last year, along with her higher success rate in deciding sets, presents her as a formidable opponent.

Their past head-to-head encounter also leans in Valentova's favor, with a decisive victory showcasing her dominance. Based on the gathered data and trends, Valentova is the probable favorite to emerge victorious in the upcoming match.