The ATP Tour recently released a special ranking relating to a particular statistic recorded throughout the 2022 season. It is the percentage of total points won over the year in each deuce situation. In tennis, advantages are always a phase that can reverse the inertia of a challenge, obtaining or losing a hard-fought game, on or off the serve, which can inevitably make the difference.
It is no coincidence that the best tennis players in the world stand out precisely for their ability to be very concentrated and effective in the crucial moments of each match. A skill that certainly does not belong to everyone, and is probably one of the most important aspects that has allowed three great champions such as Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic to dominate the ATP Tour for over 20 years.
In this, the great players can be considered masters in surprising their opponents, in many circumstances to perhaps snatch the decisive break or simply move forward in the result.
All of the top 5 managed to exceed 50%
According to the widespread classification, it is precisely the Serbian champion Novak Djokovic who stands out in the lead with a percentage of 54.70.
Although he played very few tournaments in 2022, still triumphing at Wimbledon and the Nitto ATP Finals, the Belgrade native has almost always kept his performance high on the pitch. Immediately after, with 53.40%, the surprising Nick Kyrgios: thanks to his commitment and willingness to demonstrate his enormous potential, the Australian was one of the revelations of the season for the results achieved.
Then the two absolute protagonists of the year: the number one Carlos Alcaraz took the third step of the podium (53.30%), closely followed by his compatriot Rafael Nadal. Together with Rafa, with the same percentage, also the Russian Daniil Medvedev, who was able to reach the top of the ATP world rankings.
In this regard, Nick Kyrgios himself commented on the data: “If you don’t like what I do, but you look at everything I do, you’re still a fan,” are the harsh words of the Australian, sharing the statistic which confirms how enjoyed a great season on the Tour.
