R. Bertrand has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.8. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving R. Bertrand vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +20 over the last five.

T. Samuel arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving T. Samuel vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.