Patrick Zahraj vs Nikolay Vylegzhanin Head-to-Head Stats, Results & Performance Comparison

• How does the second serve performance impact the match outcome? With Zahraj having a slightly better recent second serve point win rate of 42.25% compared to Vylegzhanin’s 40.98%, Zahraj may have a slight edge in this area.
• When comparing return game prowess, Vylegzhanin has shown superiority by winning 50.85% of second serve return points, whereas Zahraj wins 46.74%.
• In terms of first serve return points, Vylegzhanin again outshines with 32.72% compared to Zahraj's 26.16%, indicating Vylegzhanin’s stronger return game can make a significant difference.
• Under pressure, Zahraj proves more resilient by saving 55.2% of breakpoints against 45.07% by Vylegzhanin.
• Overall performance over the past year is nearly identical, with Zahraj possessing a minuscule advantage in win percentage.
• Both players excel on I.hard surfaces, with Zahraj holding a marginally better career win rate of 65% compared to Vylegzhanin’s 64%.
• The level of competition faced by Zahraj is higher, with an average opponent rank of 347.23 compared to Vylegzhanin’s 420.79.
• In deciding sets, Zahraj has been slightly more successful with a 54% win rate versus Vylegzhanin’s 50%.
• Regarding breakpoint conversion recently, Zahraj again edges out Vylegzhanin with a conversion rate of 35.15% over 34.58%.

Editorial Prediction (September 8, 2025, UTC):

The upcoming match between Vylegzhanin and Zahraj appears tightly contested, with both players demonstrating strengths in different areas. Zahraj’s better second serve performance and resilience in saving breakpoints could provide an upper edge in crucial moments.

Vylegzhanin showcases a strong return game but faces tougher competition when Zahraj steps into the court, leading to potential challenges.

Overall, Zahraj's consistent strength under pressure and experience against higher-ranked opponents suggest they may have a slight advantage heading into this match.

Based on performance patterns, Zahraj is likely to emerge victorious in this closely matched encounter.