S. Fomin arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving S. Fomin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +13 over the last five.

V. Orlov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -1.2 to 32.5, with at least one match where V. Orlov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving V. Orlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.