R. Bautista-Agut comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.6 to 26.1, with at least one match where R. Bautista-Agut was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving R. Bautista-Agut vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Norrie has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -26.2 to 20.3, with at least one match where C. Norrie was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving C. Norrie vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +24 over the last five.