Ch. Negritu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.2 to 8.7, with at least one match where Ch. Negritu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving Ch. Negritu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. Demin comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 3. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.2, meaning Y. Demin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving Y. Demin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.