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.

C. M. Zarate comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.3, meaning C. M. Zarate has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving C. M. Zarate vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.