R. Safiullin has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.4 to 23.1, with at least one match where R. Safiullin was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Safiullin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Houkes has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.4, meaning M. Houkes has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving M. Houkes vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.