R. Noguchi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.8, meaning R. Noguchi has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving R. Noguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Cui has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.4, meaning J. Cui has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving J. Cui vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +19 over the last five.