R. Bertola comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.5 to 26.2, with at least one match where R. Bertola was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Bertola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Chidekh comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.5, meaning C. Chidekh has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving C. Chidekh vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.