Bernard Tomic has found clay courts difficult, recording 21–43 across 64 matches (32.8%). The numbers point to a surface that has not consistently suited the game — a key area of opportunity on the calendar.

At Grand Slam level (Roland Garros): Bernard Tomic has struggled at Grand Slam level on clay: 3–10 (23.1%) in 13 matches. The best-of-five format and elite fields make this the toughest benchmark on this surface.

ATP Masters 1000 on clay (Monte Carlo, Madrid, Rome): Bernard Tomic has struggled at Masters level on clay: 3–14 (17.6%) in 17 matches. Improving at this level is the clearest path to a stronger overall record on this surface.

vs. Top 10 on clay: 0–3 (0.0%, 3 matches). Top 10 opponents have represented a clear ceiling on clay; addressing that deficit is the single biggest lever for improving the overall record here.

By format on clay — best-of-five: 8–11 (42.1%); best-of-three: 13–32 (28.9%). Significantly better in five-set matches — a strong physical profile on clay that tends to tell as matches and tournaments progress.

Best season: 2013 — 5–4 (55.6%) from 9 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the clay record continues to develop.