18.07.2026

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ATP Kitzbuhel

Prediction S. Kopp vs P. Herbert — 18.07.2026

Daniel Carter

ATP - 299

S. Kopp - P. Herbert

Kitzbuhel

July 18, 2026 • 16:00

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S. Kopp

Player Overview

Stefan Kopp, with a career baseline win percentage near 55% on hard courts, has struggled to find his footing in recent matches. His trajectory over the past two years has been declining, indicating challenges in maintaining consistency. Kopp’s serve, while generally powerful, has not translated into victories lately, leaving him vulnerable against seasoned opponents.

His recent performances tell a stark story: Kopp has not won in his last five outings, including a disappointing loss to M. Dhamne in Liege. With a draw against Pierre Herbert in their last meeting, he faces a critical juncture in Kitzbuhel, where he needs to break this losing streak to regain confidence and momentum.

Match results: S. Kopp

18 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel

S. Kopp

P. Herbert

0 0

8 Jul 2026 Liege (Belgium) - Qualification

S. Kopp

M. Dhamne

0 2

7 Jul 2026 Liege (Belgium) - Qualification

H. Barton

S. Kopp

0 2

4 6

2 6

27 Jun 2026 Plovdiv (Bulgaria) - Qualification

I. Montes-De La Torre

S. Kopp

0 1

3 6

26 Jun 2026 Plovdiv (Bulgaria) - Qualification

S. Kopp

P. Nesterov

2 1

6 2

3 6

6 4

25 Jun 2026 Plovdiv (Bulgaria) - Qualification

S. Kopp

D. Blanch

2 0

6 3

24 Jun 2026 Plovdiv (Bulgaria) - Qualification

S. Kopp

A. Vasilev

2 0

6 1

7 5

23 Jun 2026 Plovdiv (Bulgaria) - Qualification

S. Kopp

V. Durasovic

2 1

6 2

5 7

6 3

21 Jun 2026 M25 Klosters

D. Dietrich

S. Kopp

0 2

20 Jun 2026 M25 Klosters

T. Genier

S. Kopp

0 2

2 6

3 6

P. Herbert

Player Overview

Pierre Herbert enters this match with a career baseline win percentage hovering around 52% on hard courts, a reflection of his mixed results. His current form has been stable, but the recent past has shown a decline, especially evident in his last few tournaments. Herbert's serve has been effective at times, yet it hasn't consistently outmatched his opponents, particularly in high-pressure situations.

Herbert's recent matches include a string of losses, capped by a defeat to T. Monteiro in Gstaad. The draw against Kopp suggests he has the capacity to perform well, but lingering doubts remain as he seeks to turn things around in Kitzbuhel. A victory here could be pivotal for his confidence and future matches.

Match results: P. Herbert

18 Jul 2026 Kitzbuhel

S. Kopp

P. Herbert

0 0

11 Jul 2026 ATP Gstaad

T. Monteiro

P. Herbert

2 1

7 6

6 7

7 6

22 Jun 2026 ATP Wimbledon

P. Herbert

P. Jubb

0 1

5 7

8 Jun 2026 ATP Stuttgart

P. Herbert

M. Landaluce

1 2

7 5

3 6

4 6

7 Jun 2026 ATP Stuttgart

M. Alkaya

P. Herbert

0 1

4 6

6 Jun 2026 ATP Stuttgart

P. Herbert

D. Glinka

1 0

6 4

24 May 2026 ATP French Open

L. Sonego

P. Herbert

3 2

5 7

6 2

1 6

6 4

22 May 2026 ATP French Open

P. Herbert

L. Riedi

2 0

6 4

6 3

20 May 2026 ATP French Open

J. Choinski

P. Herbert

0 1

19 May 2026 ATP French Open

P. Herbert

K. Uchida

2 0

6 4

Players Analysis

S. Kopp comes into this match with a strong recent form, having won 8 out of his last 10 matches, including a series of victories in the Challenger circuit. His performance has been characterized by solid serving and effective baseline play. In contrast, P. Herbert has had a mixed bag of results, winning only 4 out of his last 10 matches, with some struggles evident in his recent outings, particularly in higher-tier ATP events.

Both players have shown resilience, but Kopp's recent success in lower-tier tournaments may give him the confidence boost needed against Herbert, who has faced tougher competition but has not consistently delivered strong performances.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

Statistically, S. Kopp has demonstrated a superior game with an average of 1.6 sets won per match in his last 10 outings, while P. Herbert has averaged only 1.0 sets won. Kopp's ability to win matches decisively is highlighted by his recent matches where he often won in straight sets. On the other hand, Herbert's recent matches have shown a tendency to drop sets, particularly against lower-ranked opponents. This trend could be crucial in a best-of-3 format.

Furthermore, Kopp's strong serve has led to a higher number of aces in his recent matches, while Herbert has struggled with double faults, which could be a significant factor in this matchup. The surface at Kitzbuhel, being clay, tends to favor Kopp's style of play, which is more suited to slower surfaces compared to Herbert's more aggressive game.

S. Kopp — P. Herbert Prediction

Given the recent form and statistical analysis, S. Kopp is favored to win this match against P. Herbert. Kopp's consistency and ability to capitalize on Herbert's weaknesses, especially in serving, suggest a likely victory in straight sets.

Final score in sets: 2:0
Predicted winner of each set: Set 1: S. Kopp, Set 2: S. Kopp
Expected aces: 5
Double faults: 2
Break points: 4

In terms of tactical expectations, Kopp is likely to focus on his serve-and-volley game, utilizing his strong serve to gain early advantages in games. He may also look to exploit Herbert's weaker return game, aiming to pressure him with aggressive baseline play and forcing errors. Herbert, on the other hand, will need to find ways to stabilize his serve and avoid giving away easy points to stay competitive in the match.

3 Reasons Why S. Kopp Will Win

Projected Sets Edge. The numeric forecast favors S. Kopp 2:0 in sets, reflecting a confident path to the win.
Match Context Edge. A combination of form, experience and tournament context favors S. Kopp.
Pressure Points. In recent matches, S. Kopp has looked slightly sharper in deciding games and late-set scenarios than P. Herbert, which can swing tight scorelines.

Match Prediction

Date Match W S A DF BP

18.07.2026 16:00 Kitzbuhel

S. Kopp

P. Herbert

2 0

1 1 0 0