N. Barrientos shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 575. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.1. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving N. Barrientos vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +20 over the last five.

T. Cigarran comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -22.0 to 42.5, with at least one match where T. Cigarran was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving T. Cigarran vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.