G. Blancaneaux comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.2, meaning G. Blancaneaux has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving G. Blancaneaux vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Bertola has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.4. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving R. Bertola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.