N. Basilashvili has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.2 to 22.6, with at least one match where N. Basilashvili was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving N. Basilashvili vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +14 over the last five.

S. Shimabukuro has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.9 with a downward trend. S. Shimabukuro is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving S. Shimabukuro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.