C. Cretu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.3, meaning C. Cretu has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving C. Cretu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Forejtek comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -18.0 to 27.5, with at least one match where J. Forejtek was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. Forejtek vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.