Grand Slam Averages 2011 The Big Four

I have compiled averages from all matches played at the slams in 2011. It is interesting how the points won averages (%) are in order of how the rankings finished for the year.

When you look at Djokovic you can see he has the best averages overall, as his three victories would have suggested. Djokovic and Federer are the guys that impress the most when it comes to percentage of service points won, with Federer having a slight edge. In terms of percentage of return points won it is Nadal who is the strongest with Djokovic a close second. They both win more than 60% of points on their opponents second serve, which is very impressive. These numbers express what we already know in terms of both players ability to outrally their opponents from the baseline. It also means for Murray or Federer to get victories, a high first serve percentage is vital.

The big question is can Djokovic keep this level going in 2012. His averages when winning this years Australian Open dipped slightly compared to the averages below. Nadal and Murray both had chances to beat the Serb, and the gap was minimal on both occassions. I think if Djokovic can't raise his game to last year's levels, the others have a better chance to get their hands on silverware. One thing the stats don't show is bravery and ability to handle pressure on the big points. Djokovic has shown he is the strongest at present when it goes to the wire.

Grand Slam averages for all matches 2011

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