L. Preda comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.5 to 8.9, with at least one match where L. Preda was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving L. Preda vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Ajdukovic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +3.2 with a downward trend. D. Ajdukovic is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving D. Ajdukovic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.