P. Sakamoto comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.4 to 11.1, with at least one match where P. Sakamoto was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving P. Sakamoto vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Dostanic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.2, meaning S. Dostanic has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving S. Dostanic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.