G. Johns has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.7 to 18.2, with at least one match where G. Johns was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving G. Johns vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

H. Barton has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.0 to 10.6, 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.