L. Darderi has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.6 to 15.4, with at least one match where L. Darderi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving L. Darderi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

H. Gaston comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.9, meaning H. Gaston has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving H. Gaston vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.