Ove Nils Bengtson has found clay courts difficult, recording 23–44 across 67 matches (34.3%). 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): Ove Nils Bengtson has yet to record a win on clay at this stage — 0–3 across 3 Grand Slam matches. Breaking through here would mark a significant step forward on this surface.

vs. Top 10 on clay: 1–4 (20.0%, 5 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: 9–17 (34.6%); best-of-three: 14–27 (34.1%). Consistent regardless of format on clay — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.

Best season: 1969 — 8–6 (57.1%) from 14 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the clay record continues to develop.