James Duckworth has faced challenges throughout his career, evident in his near 56% baseline win rate on hard courts. Currently, he finds himself trending downward, having lost all five of his recent matches. Despite his resilience, Duckworth's struggles have affected his Elo rating, placing him in a precarious spot as he enters this encounter.
His recent results paint a clear picture. Duckworth has not secured a win since late June, with his last match yielding a defeat against Tim van Rijthoven. His inability to capture sets in these outings raises questions ahead of this clash. With an upcoming showdown against Federico Cobolli, Duckworth must turn the tide to regain confidence and disrupt his losing streak.
Match results: J. Duckworth
2 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
J. Duckworth
F. Cobolli
00
L
30 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
T. Griekspoor
J. Duckworth
13
46
64
57
46
W
20 Jun 2026ATP Eastbourne
J. Duckworth
G. Hussey
02
46
46
L
13 Jun 2026ATP London
J. Duckworth
A. Vukic
02
36
26
L
11 Jun 2026ATP Stuttgart
J. Lehecka
J. Duckworth
10
64
L
9 Jun 2026ATP Stuttgart
D. Dedura
J. Duckworth
02
46
36
W
2 Jun 2026Birmingham
J. Duckworth
B. Harris
00
L
27 May 2026ATP French Open
J. Duckworth
R. Jodar
03
16
46
57
L
24 May 2026ATP French Open
J. Duckworth
G. Diallo
20
63
41
W
19 May 2026ATP Geneva
L. Djere
J. Duckworth
21
64
36
63
L
F. Cobolli
Player Overview
Across the last 5 matches, F. Cobolli posts a 0-0 record, with sets at 0-0. The sample includes opponents such as a mixed opponent pool, which gives a practical read on current form.
For the upcoming fixture, the key point is straightforward: F. Cobolli wins when early-game pace is controlled and second-serve drop-offs are limited. This stretch was built on recent events, so match-to-match stability matters more than a single isolated result.
Match results: F. Cobolli
2 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
J. Duckworth
F. Cobolli
00
L
1 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
M. Navone
F. Cobolli
13
61
36
W
27 Jun 2026Exhibition Hurlingham
F. Cobolli
T. M. Etcheverry
12
46
64
1012
L
15 Jun 2026ATP Halle
F. Cobolli
F. Tiafoe
01
26
L
7 Jun 2026ATP French Open
F. Cobolli
A. Zverev
13
16
64
46
16
L
5 Jun 2026ATP French Open
M. Arnaldi
F. Cobolli
01
W
3 Jun 2026ATP French Open
F. Auger-Aliassime
F. Cobolli
13
64
46
46
46
W
1 Jun 2026ATP French Open
F. Cobolli
Z. Svajda
20
62
63
W
30 May 2026ATP French Open
F. Cobolli
L. Tien
30
62
62
63
W
28 May 2026ATP French Open
F. Cobolli
Y. Wu
30
64
64
64
W
Players Analysis
J. Duckworth has struggled recently, losing his last five matches, including a 3-1 defeat to F. Cobolli in their last encounter at the ATP US Open in August 2024. His recent form shows a lack of consistency, with only one win in his last ten matches. On the other hand, F. Cobolli has shown better form, winning 6 out of his last 10 matches, including a recent victory against M. Navone at Wimbledon.
In their head-to-head matches, J. Duckworth has won once while F. Cobolli has won once, indicating a balanced rivalry. However, Cobolli's recent performances suggest he is in better shape heading into this match.
Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors
J. Duckworth's recent statistics indicate he has averaged 0.9 sets won per match in his last ten outings, while F. Cobolli has averaged 1.8 sets won per match. Duckworth's serve has been inconsistent, contributing to his losses, while Cobolli has shown more reliability in his service games. The surface at Wimbledon could favor Cobolli, who has performed well on grass courts recently.
Considering their previous matches, Duckworth's last victory against Cobolli was a straight-sets win, but Cobolli's recent form suggests he has the upper hand in this matchup. The historical data indicates that Cobolli has improved his game since their last encounter.
J. Duckworth — F. Cobolli Prediction
Given the current form and head-to-head results, F. Cobolli is favored to win this match against J. Duckworth. Cobolli's recent performance and higher winning percentage in matches make him the likely candidate to advance.
Final score in sets: 3:1
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: F. Cobolli, Set 2: J. Duckworth, Set 3: F. Cobolli, Set 4: F. Cobolli
Expected aces: 8
Double faults: 3
Break points: 5
In terms of tactics, Cobolli is likely to focus on aggressive baseline play, utilizing his strong serve to gain early advantages in games. Duckworth will need to improve his return game and capitalize on any break point opportunities to challenge Cobolli effectively.
3 Reasons Why F. Cobolli Will Win
Recent Form: F. Cobolli has won 6 out of his last 10 matches, showcasing a significant improvement in his performance compared to Duckworth's recent struggles.
Head-to-Head Advantage: Cobolli has a recent victory against Duckworth, indicating he has the mental edge in their matchups.
Surface Proficiency: Cobolli has demonstrated better adaptability on grass courts, which could play a crucial role in this Wimbledon match.
Match Prediction
DateMatchWSADFBP
02.07.2026 15:30ATP Wimbledon
J. Duckworth
F. Cobolli
13
01001011
810
32
57
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