Z. Kolar comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.8 to 10.4, with at least one match where Z. Kolar was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving Z. Kolar vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

N. Fatic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving N. Fatic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — N. Fatic has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -23 over recent matches.