James Duckworth has found the Tour difficult, recording 85–137 across 222 matches (38.3%). The numbers point to a player still building their Tour presence — a key area of opportunity going forward. James Duckworth has reached 1 final without yet claiming a title — one of the finest margins in tennis.
At Grand Slam level (Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon, US Open): James Duckworth has struggled at Grand Slam level: 15–42 (26.3%) in 57 matches. The best-of-five format and elite fields make this the toughest benchmark on Tour.
ATP Masters 1000 (Indian Wells, Miami, Monte Carlo, Madrid, Rome, Canada, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Paris): a positive 17–15 (53.1%) across 32 matches — winning above .500 at this level, week in week out, is a genuine sign of quality.
One final reached, without converting it into a title. That final-round experience is valuable groundwork for going one step further next time. 4 semifinals. 14 quarterfinals.
vs. Top 10: 0–19 (0.0%, 19 matches). Top 10 opponents have represented a clear ceiling; addressing that deficit is the single biggest lever for improving the overall record.
By format — best-of-five: 15–42 (26.3%); best-of-three: 70–95 (42.4%). Markedly stronger in three-set formats; the win rate drops noticeably in five-setters, which has direct implications for Grand Slam performance.
Peak season: 2021 — 22–19 (53.7%) from 41 matches. That year captures the ceiling of what James Duckworth can do when performing at their best and represents the standard to aim for.
Recent Form 2026: 12–17 (41.4%). Last 10: L W L W W W W L W L — positive form, wins outweighing losses in the latest stretch.
