Lionel Roux has found the Tour difficult, recording 76–117 across 193 matches (39.4%). The numbers point to a player still building their Tour presence — a key area of opportunity going forward. Lionel Roux has reached 2 finals without yet claiming a title — one of the finest margins in tennis.
At Grand Slam level (Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon, US Open): Lionel Roux is 12–17 (41.4%) across 29 Grand Slam matches — below .500, though the elite draw depth makes that a notoriously difficult barrier.
ATP Masters 1000 (Indian Wells, Miami, Monte Carlo, Madrid, Rome, Canada, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Paris): Lionel Roux has struggled at Masters level: 4–16 (20.0%) in 20 matches. Improving at this level is the clearest path to a stronger overall record.
2 finals reached — none converted into a title yet. Reaching 2 finals is a mark of real quality, but the gap between finalist and champion is one of the finest lines in the sport. 4 semifinals. 11 quarterfinals.
vs. Top 10: 2–17 (10.5%, 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: 12–18 (40.0%); best-of-three: 64–99 (39.3%). Consistent regardless of format — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.
Best season: 1997 — 18–25 (41.9%) from 43 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the career continues to develop.
