Thiemo de Bakker has a competitive clay court record of 29–31 across 60 matches (48.3%). The record shows a player capable of competing here, though there is clear room to push the win rate higher.

At Grand Slam level (Roland Garros): Thiemo de Bakker has struggled at Grand Slam level on clay: 2–4 (33.3%) in 6 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): Thiemo de Bakker has struggled at Masters level on clay: 2–4 (33.3%) in 6 matches. Improving at this level is the clearest path to a stronger overall record on this surface.

2 semifinals on clay without yet reaching a final — consistent deep runs that show the ability to string together wins across a full draw, with the step to the final still to come.

vs. Top 10 on clay: 2–10 (16.7%, 12 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: 9–10 (47.4%); best-of-three: 20–21 (48.8%). Consistent regardless of format on clay — a sign of a well-rounded game that holds up as matches develop.

Best season: 2008 — 4–2 (66.7%) from 6 matches. The best single-season display to date — a useful reference point as the clay record continues to develop.