J. Forejtek has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.6 to 6.5, with at least one match where J. Forejtek was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving J. Forejtek vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

H. Barton comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.5 to 7.7, with at least one match where H. Barton was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving H. Barton vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.