Ch. Negritu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.2 to 8.7, with at least one match where Ch. Negritu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving Ch. Negritu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

I. Ivashka has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -0.6, meaning I. Ivashka has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving I. Ivashka vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.