L. van Assche has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving L. van Assche vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Bertola comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.5 to 26.2, with at least one match where R. Bertola was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Bertola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.