Maksym Lajal, with a career win percentage of 60.6%, has demonstrated a strong presence on hard courts, though his recent performance has been mixed. Currently, he holds a 62.6% win rate over the past two years, indicating a slight improvement, especially as he has won 80% of his last five matches. His Elo rating of 1917 reflects his competitive standing, yet he faces challenges maintaining consistency, particularly on grass where his performance has been less convincing.
Entering this match, Lajal’s recent form is a concern, having lost three out of his last five matches, including two straight defeats in Dublin qualifiers. His lack of recent victories could weigh heavily as he faces Luka Pavlovic, who has also struggled lately. With both players aiming to shake off poor runs, this encounter could be pivotal for Lajal as he seeks to regain his footing at Wimbledon.
Match results: Maksym Lajal
22 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
Maksym Lajal
Luka Pavlovic
02
46
46
L
16 Jun 2026Dublin (Ireland) - Qualification
Maksym Lajal
U. Blanchet
00
L
16 Jun 2026Dublin (Ireland) - Qualification
Maksym Lajal
Yuan Hsiang Hsu
01
14
L
13 Jun 2026Ilkley
Maksym Lajal
Yifan Bu
02
46
16
L
12 Jun 2026Ilkley
A. Gea
Maksym Lajal
12
36
63
36
W
10 Jun 2026Ilkley
Maksym Lajal
Miaomiao Zheng
21
46
64
W
8 Jun 2026Ilkley
Maksym Lajal
Paul Jubb
01
26
L
7 Jun 2026Ilkley
Maksym Lajal
Alex Matusevich
20
63
61
W
5 Jun 2026Birmingham
Yifan Bu
Maksym Lajal
20
75
64
L
4 Jun 2026Birmingham
Henry Wendelken
Maksym Lajal
02
46
16
W
Luka Pavlovic
Player Overview
Luka Pavlovic's career win percentage stands at 53.9%, with a slightly better 54.4% over the past two years, suggesting he has the potential to compete at a higher level. However, his recent form has been troubling, as he has not won a match in his last five outings, contributing to a declining trend. Pavlovic's Elo rating of 1808 highlights his capacity, but his struggles on grass, coupled with a 12.5% ace percentage, raise doubts about his current effectiveness.
In recent competitions, Pavlovic has suffered four consecutive losses, including a disappointing exit at the ATP French Open. His last victory came against Tomas Barrios Vera, but that feels distant now. As he faces Lajal, both players are under pressure to break their losing streaks. Pavlovic will need to quickly find his rhythm if he hopes to capitalize on Lajal's own recent struggles.
Match results: Luka Pavlovic
22 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
Maksym Lajal
Luka Pavlovic
02
46
46
W
8 Jun 2026Lyon
Luka Pavlovic
Daniel Elahi Galan
01
26
L
2 Jun 2026Prostejov
Nicolas Sanchez Izquierdo
Luka Pavlovic
21
63
46
63
L
24 May 2026ATP French Open
Joao Fonseca
Luka Pavlovic
20
64
62
L
22 May 2026ATP French Open
Dar. Blanch
Luka Pavlovic
02
26
46
W
20 May 2026ATP French Open
Luka Pavlovic
Tomas Barrios Vera
20
62
62
W
19 May 2026ATP French Open
Luka Pavlovic
Henry Wendelken
21
36
62
W
11 May 2026Zagreb
Joao Reis Da Silva
Luka Pavlovic
20
64
61
L
28 Apr 2026Ostrava
Luka Pavlovic
Viktor Sachko
12
46
62
46
L
20 Apr 2026Rome
Hugo Bernet
Luka Pavlovic
20
63
64
L
Players Analysis
Maksym Lajal has shown a mixed form recently, with a win percentage of 70% in his last 10 matches. However, he has struggled against Luka Pavlovic, losing their only previous encounter in straight sets. Luka Pavlovic, on the other hand, has a lower win percentage of 53.9% overall but has been more consistent in recent matches, particularly in high-stakes tournaments.
Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors
In their last match, Lajal lost to Pavlovic with a score of 0-2, indicating a clear advantage for Pavlovic in their head-to-head. Lajal's recent performance has been declining, while Pavlovic has shown resilience, particularly in major tournaments like the ATP French Open. The surface at Wimbledon may favor Pavlovic, who has a better record on grass compared to Lajal's recent struggles.
Maksym Lajal — Luka Pavlovic Prediction
Given the recent form and head-to-head results, Luka Pavlovic is favored to win this match. His ability to perform under pressure and Lajal's recent decline in form suggests a likely victory for Pavlovic.
Final score in sets: 0:3
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: Luka Pavlovic, Set 2: Luka Pavlovic, Set 3: Luka Pavlovic
Expected aces: 8
Double faults: 3
Break points: 5
Pavlovic's strong serving and ability to win crucial points will likely be decisive. Lajal must improve his first serve percentage and reduce double faults to have any chance against Pavlovic's aggressive play.
3 Reasons Why Luka Pavlovic Will Win
Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors Luka Pavlovic 3:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors Luka Pavlovic.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, Luka Pavlovic has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than Maksym Lajal, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
DateMatchWSADFBP
22.06.2026 12:00Wimbledon
Maksym Lajal
Luka Pavlovic
03
000111
58
32
25
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