E. Dalla Valle has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.5 to 12.7, with at least one match where E. Dalla Valle was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

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.