M. Kukushkin comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.6, meaning M. Kukushkin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Kukushkin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Carballes Baena comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.8, meaning R. Carballes Baena has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving R. Carballes Baena vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.