A. Guerrieri shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 201. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.6. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving A. Guerrieri vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.

M. Malige comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -12.7, meaning M. Malige has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.2/10, leaving M. Malige vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.