Brian Gottfried holds a solid grass court record of 73–44 across 117 matches (62.4%). A winning majority across 117 matches shows consistent ability to get results on grass. Claimed 1 title on grass: Surbiton.

At Grand Slam level (Wimbledon): a positive 29–18 (61.7%) across 47 matches — a player who generally rises to the occasion at the Slams on grass.

2 finals reached on grass — won 1, lost 1 (solid 50% conversion) — consistently getting to finals and winning the majority is a hallmark of elite performers on grass. 6 semifinals. 11 quarterfinals.

vs. Top 10 on grass: 0–12 (0.0%, 12 matches). Top 10 opponents have represented a clear ceiling on grass; addressing that deficit is the single biggest lever for improving the overall record here.

By format on grass — best-of-five: 29–18 (61.7%); best-of-three: 44–26 (62.9%). Consistent regardless of format on grass — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.

Best season: 1978 — 8–2 (80.0%) from 10 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the grass record continues to develop.