S. Nam Ji comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.8 to 33.3, with at least one match where S. Nam Ji was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving S. Nam Ji vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

J. Rodionov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +7.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving J. Rodionov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.