J. D. Hara Friend has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.9 to 9.9, with at least one match where J. D. Hara Friend was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. D. Hara Friend vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

D. Milavsky comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.6 to 15.8, with at least one match where D. Milavsky was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving D. Milavsky vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+27) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.