Match: Paul T. vs. Garin C.

Tournament: USA: Houston ATP, Clay

Date: 03 Thu Apr 2025

Match Result (Example - Placeholder): Since this is a retrospective analysis, we need the score to provide accurate information. Let's assume Paul T. won 6-4, 3-6, 7-5.

Final Score (Example): Paul T. defeated Garin C. 6-4, 3-6, 7-5.

Betting Analysis: Based on the (assumed) result, if pre-match odds favored Garin C., this would be considered an upset. A bet on Paul T. to win would have been successful. A bet on Over 20.5 games would have been successful as the total number of games was 31. A bet on "Both players to win at least one set" was also successful.

Statistic Paul T. (Example) Garin C. (Example)
Aces 8 3
Double Faults 2 4
1st Serve Percentage 65% 58%
1st Serve Points Won 72% 68%
2nd Serve Points Won 55% 48%
Break Points Saved 6/9 (67%) 4/7 (57%)
1st Return Points Won 32% 28%
2nd Return Points Won 52% 45%
Break Points Converted 3/7 (43%) 3/9 (33%)
Service Points Won 66% 63%
Return Points Won 35% 30%
Total Points Won 105 98
Match Points Saved N/A (won outright) N/A
Games Won 16 15
Service Games Won 75% 64%
Return Games Won 36% 25%
Total Games Won 16 15

Key Considerations: Based on the assumed result and example statistics, several factors likely influenced the match. Paul T.'s higher 1st serve percentage and slightly better performance on both first and second serve points won gave him an edge in holding serve. Although Garin C. had a decent service game, Paul T. managed to secure crucial break points. Paul T.'s superior performance in converting break points proved crucial. The clay court surface generally favors players with strong baseline games and tactical acumen. Although both players possess these attributes, it seems Paul T. executed his game plan more effectively on the day. The mental fortitude to win the deciding set 7-5 indicates a certain level of resilience on Paul T.'s part. Any noticeable fatigue would've influenced 2nd serve points won percentage.