K. Kawa comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.5, meaning K. Kawa has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving K. Kawa vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Waltert comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.1 to 26.0, with at least one match where S. Waltert was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving S. Waltert vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.