V. Aboian has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.3 to 16.2, with at least one match where V. Aboian was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving V. Aboian vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Bieldiugin comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 3. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -19.5, meaning T. Bieldiugin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.8/10, leaving T. Bieldiugin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.