R. Safiullin has been building his game with a career baseline near 56% on hard courts, showing potential as a player who can challenge top opponents. Currently, his performance trend is stable, but he has yet to make a significant mark in recent tournaments, with a current two-year trajectory hovering around his career average. His service identity has not fully developed into a weapon that can consistently disrupt elite players.
In his last five matches, Safiullin secured three victories, including a notable win against B. Van De Zandschulp, but faced defeat against J. Kym. This mixed bag leaves questions about his readiness for a high-stakes encounter against N. Djokovic. While he has demonstrated the ability to win at this level, the inconsistency might hinder his chances in this crucial match.
Match results: R. Safiullin
3 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
R. Safiullin
J. Fonseca
30
63
63
63
W
1 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
R. Safiullin
B. Van De Zandschulp
32
60
46
63
36
76
W
29 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
A. Rublev
R. Safiullin
23
46
76
63
36
67
W
25 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
R. Safiullin
J. Kym
12
46
36
64
L
24 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
R. Safiullin
K. Coppejans
10
75
W
22 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
R. Safiullin
J. McCabe
10
63
W
18 Jun 2026Nottingham
Z. Zhang
R. Safiullin
10
61
L
16 Jun 2026Nottingham
R. Safiullin
A. Holmgren
20
63
62
W
15 Jun 2026Nottingham
O. Tarvet
R. Safiullin
12
64
36
26
W
9 Jun 2026ATP Stuttgart
R. Safiullin
G. Mpetshi Perricard
01
57
L
N. Djokovic
Player Overview
N. Djokovic remains a formidable force, boasting an Elo rating that places him among the top tier of players. His career baseline on grass courts is exceptional, and his current two-year form reflects a slight decline, yet he continues to dominate opponents. The Serbian's return game is consistently sharp, allowing him to capitalize on any weaknesses presented by rivals.
Djokovic enters this match after a string of victories, most recently defeating A. Rinderknech with a decisive score of 3-1. Despite a recent loss to J. Fonseca at the French Open, his performance in Wimbledon has been solid. With a history of success at this tournament, Djokovic's experience and skill set will be critical as he faces Safiullin, who will need to elevate his game significantly to compete.
Match results: N. Djokovic
3 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
A. Rinderknech
N. Djokovic
13
57
46
61
67
W
1 Jul 2026ATP Wimbledon
S. Tsitsipas
N. Djokovic
03
36
46
26
W
29 Jun 2026ATP Wimbledon
Y. Wu
N. Djokovic
13
46
75
46
46
W
26 Jun 2026Exhibition Hurlingham
T. Paul
N. Djokovic
12
36
76
57
W
29 May 2026ATP French Open
J. Fonseca
N. Djokovic
32
46
46
63
75
75
L
27 May 2026ATP French Open
V. Royer
N. Djokovic
03
36
26
36
W
24 May 2026ATP French Open
G. Mpetshi Perricard
N. Djokovic
13
75
57
16
46
W
8 May 2026ATP Rome
D. Prizmic
N. Djokovic
21
26
62
64
L
12 Mar 2026ATP Indian Wells
N. Djokovic
J. Draper
12
64
46
L
9 Mar 2026ATP Indian Wells
N. Djokovic
A. Kovacevic
21
64
16
64
W
Players Analysis
R. Safiullin has shown a mixed form recently, winning 6 out of his last 10 matches, but he has struggled against top-tier opponents, as evidenced by his recent loss to J. Kym in the final round of the ATP Wimbledon. In contrast, N. Djokovic has been in dominant form, winning 8 out of his last 10 matches, including a convincing performance against A. Rinderknech in the last round. Djokovic's experience and consistency at this level give him a significant edge in this matchup.
Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors
In their head-to-head encounters, N. Djokovic has won all three matches against R. Safiullin, with a clear sets balance of 6-0. This includes a recent straight-sets victory at the ATP Shanghai, where Djokovic won 2-0. On grass, Djokovic's superior serve and return game are expected to be decisive, especially given his higher ace count and lower double fault rate in recent matches compared to Safiullin. Djokovic's ability to convert break points also stands out, making him a formidable opponent in this best-of-5 format.
R. Safiullin — N. Djokovic Prediction
Given the current form and historical performance, N. Djokovic is favored to win this match. Safiullin may struggle to find answers against Djokovic's powerful serve and tactical play. The expected scoreline reflects Djokovic's dominance in their previous encounters and his recent form.
Final score in sets: 3:0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1 - N. Djokovic, Set 2 - N. Djokovic, Set 3 - N. Djokovic
Expected aces: 10
Double faults: 3
Break points: 5
Djokovic is likely to employ a strategy focused on aggressive baseline play, utilizing his powerful forehand to dictate points. Safiullin will need to be on his toes to counter Djokovic's serve and may need to focus on his own serve to avoid giving away easy points. The match is expected to be characterized by long rallies, with Djokovic aiming to wear down Safiullin's stamina.
3 Reasons Why N. Djokovic Will Win
Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors N. Djokovic 3:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors N. Djokovic.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, N. Djokovic has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than R. Safiullin, which can swing tight scorelines.
Match Prediction
DateMatchWSADFBP
05.07.2026 12:00ATP Wimbledon
R. Safiullin
N. Djokovic
03
000111
510
32
25
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