V. Erjavec comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.4, meaning V. Erjavec has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving V. Erjavec vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — V. Erjavec has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -16 over recent matches.

K. Kawa shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 219. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving K. Kawa vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.