R. Bertola comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.1 to 19.6, with at least one match where R. Bertola was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving R. Bertola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Damm has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.5, meaning M. Damm has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.