M. Cecchinato has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.0. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving M. Cecchinato vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+31) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.

A. Ouakaa comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -18.7, meaning A. Ouakaa has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving A. Ouakaa vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Ouakaa has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -40 over recent matches.