K. Poling comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.9. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving K. Poling vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +18 over the last five.

J. D. Hara Friend has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.8 to 9.1, with at least one match where J. D. Hara Friend was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving J. D. Hara Friend vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +14 over the last five.