R. Hijikata comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.9, meaning R. Hijikata has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving R. Hijikata vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

P. Basile comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.6, meaning P. Basile has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving P. Basile vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.