R. Hijikata has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -14.5 to 13.8, with at least one match where R. Hijikata was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving R. Hijikata vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Ofner comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.8 to 10.3, with at least one match where S. Ofner was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving S. Ofner vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — S. Ofner has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -20 over recent matches.