T. Pereira comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -26.1 to 46.5, with at least one match where T. Pereira was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving T. Pereira vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Geerts has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -21.3 to 28.7, with at least one match where M. Geerts was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Geerts vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.