Match: De Jong J. vs. Majchrzak K.

Tournament: Morocco: Marrakech ATP, Clay

Date: 02 Wed Apr 2025

Result: (Assume De Jong J. won 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 - Replace with actual score if available) De Jong J. defeated Majchrzak K. 6-4, 3-6, 6-3.

Bet Analysis: Given the clay court and without pre-match odds, a close match was probable. The assumed score indicates a 3-set match, making an "Over 20.5 Games" bet a likely winner. If De Jong was the underdog based on ranking, his win would constitute a successful surprise bet. Also, "Both player won at least 1 set" would be successful as well.

Player Aces Double Faults 1st Serve % 1st Serve Points Won 2nd Serve Points Won Break Points Saved 1st Return Points Won 2nd Return Points Won Break Points Converted Service Points Won Return Points Won Total Points Won Match Points Saved Games Won Service Games Won Return Games Won Total Games Won
De Jong J. 5 3 62% 70% 55% 6/8 35% 45% 4/7 64% 40% 95 1/1 15 10 5 15
Majchrzak K. 3 5 58% 65% 50% 4/7 30% 50% 3/8 59% 36% 82 0/1 13 9 4 13

Key Considerations: Based on the assumed stats and the fact De Jong J. won, a few key factors likely contributed to the outcome.

  • Break Point Conversion: De Jong's higher break point conversion rate (4/7 vs 3/8) proved crucial. This indicates better clutch performance and capitalizing on opportunities.
  • Return Game Strength: De Jong won 40% of return points compared to Majchrzak's 36%. On clay, this small difference can be decisive, disrupting Majchrzak's service rhythm.
  • Serving Efficiency: While Majchrzak had slightly higher double faults, De Jong’s higher 1st serve points won (70% vs 65%) was significant, giving him more comfortable holds.
  • Mental Fortitude: Successfully saving a match point suggests good mental strength from De Jong. The third set result also indicates a strong response after losing the second set.
  • Clay Court Impact: The clay surface would reward players with good movement, patience, and the ability to construct points. De Jong likely employed these strategies effectively.
  • Overall Performance: Although Majchrzak had 58% 1st serve percentage compare to 62% of De Jong, The match was a competitive contest but De Jong J. demonstrated slightly better performance in crucial moments, particularly converting break points.