C. Liu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.5 to 13.5, with at least one match where C. Liu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving C. Liu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Martinez Cirez has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.5. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving C. Martinez Cirez vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.