C. Alcaraz comes in with a 4–1 record over recent matches, with wins against quality opposition in the top 23 on average. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.6 to 19.6, with at least one match where C. Alcaraz was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.8/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

T. Fritz comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.7 to 12.4, with at least one match where T. Fritz was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving T. Fritz vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — T. Fritz has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -11 over recent matches.