F. Cobolli has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +1.0 with a downward trend. F. Cobolli is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving F. Cobolli vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +12 over the last five.

B. Shelton shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 61. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.0. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. Serve quality has been average (6.9/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.