A. Ruzic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.5, meaning A. Ruzic has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.0/10, leaving A. Ruzic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Ruzic has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -12 over recent matches.

M. Keys arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +13 over the last five.