M. Alves comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.6 to 29.3, with at least one match where M. Alves was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving M. Alves vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — M. Alves has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -13 over recent matches.

G. Bueno comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.6, meaning G. Bueno has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving G. Bueno vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.