Rinky Hijikata def. Aleksandar Kovacevic
6-4 6-2
Rinky Hijikata defeated Aleksandar Kovacevic 6-4 6-2 in the 2026 U.S. Men's Clay Court Championship first round on clay courts on March 31, 2026.
Match Information
Match Statistics
| Stat | Rinky Hijikata | Aleksandar Kovacevic |
|---|---|---|
| Aces | 6 | 3 |
| Double faults | 2 | 8 |
| First serve % | 66 | 44 |
| First serve points won % | 78 | 62 |
| Second serve points won % | 53 | 52 |
| Break points saved % | 100 | 50 |
| Break points converted % | 50 | 0 |
| Service points won % | 70 | 56 |
| Return points won % | 44 | 30 |
| Total points won % | 57 | 43 |
| Serve rating | 301 | 219 |
| Return rating | 169 | 69 |
Win Probability
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Player Comparison
| Field | Rinky Hijikata | Aleksandar Kovacevic |
|---|---|---|
| Country | AUS | USA |
| Birth date | Feb 23, 2001 | Aug 29, 1998 |
| Age | 25 | 27 |
| Height | 178 cm | 183 cm |
| Handedness | Right-Handed | Right-Handed |
| Backhand style | — | — |
| Ranking (entering) | 102 | 85 |
| Ranking points (entering) | 619 | 661 |
| Elo (entering) | 1,738 | 1,643 |
| Current career W-L | 50–71 | 44–77 |
| Current career earnings | $4,373,751 | $3,278,424 |
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