J. Faria shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 134. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +4.2 with a downward trend. J. Faria is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving J. Faria vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

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 -4.8, meaning R. A. Burruchaga has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving R. A. Burruchaga vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.