F. Meligeni Alves comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.6. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving F. Meligeni Alves vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Faria has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving J. Faria vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.