A. Walton shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 130. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.9 to 23.9, with at least one match where A. Walton was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.

R. Hijikata shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 59. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.8 to 13.0, with at least one match where R. Hijikata was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving R. Hijikata vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Hijikata has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -26 over recent matches.