R. A. Burruchaga comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.9, meaning R. A. Burruchaga has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving R. A. Burruchaga vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. A. Burruchaga has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -12 over recent matches.

T. M. Etcheverry shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 80. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -1.9 to 9.2, with at least one match where T. M. Etcheverry was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving T. M. Etcheverry vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — T. M. Etcheverry has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -12 over recent matches.