M. Ribecai comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -14.9 to 19.7, with at least one match where M. Ribecai was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving M. Ribecai vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Dar. Blanch comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -17.4 to 15.3, with at least one match where Dar. Blanch was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving Dar. Blanch vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.