Ilya Ivashka has found clay courts difficult, recording 16–23 across 39 matches (41.0%). 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): Ilya Ivashka has struggled at Grand Slam level on clay: 1–3 (25.0%) in 4 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): Ilya Ivashka has struggled at Masters level on clay: 1–7 (12.5%) in 8 matches. Improving at this level is the clearest path to a stronger overall record on this surface.

4 quarterfinals on clay, including one run to the semifinal — regularly reaching that stage is a solid baseline, with the next step being to break through to the final rounds more often.

vs. Top 10 on clay: 1–5 (16.7%, 6 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: 2–3 (40.0%); best-of-three: 14–20 (41.2%). Consistent regardless of format on clay — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.

Best season: 2021 — 7–4 (63.6%) from 11 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the clay record continues to develop.