Erik Van Dillen has a competitive grass court record of 30–35 across 65 matches (46.2%). The record shows a player capable of competing here, though there is clear room to push the win rate higher. Claimed 1 title on grass: Nottingham.

At Grand Slam level (Wimbledon): Erik Van Dillen has struggled at Grand Slam level on grass: 9–19 (32.1%) in 28 matches. The best-of-five format and elite fields make this the toughest benchmark on this surface.

One final reached on grass, converted into a title — a perfect finals record on this surface. 2 semifinals. 2 quarterfinals.

vs. Top 10 on grass: 0–3 (0.0%, 3 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: 12–20 (37.5%); best-of-three: 18–15 (54.5%). Markedly stronger in three-set formats; the win rate drops noticeably in five-setters, which has direct implications for Grand Slam performance on grass.

Best season: 1973 — 7–1 (87.5%) from 8 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the grass record continues to develop.