D. King has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -5.0, meaning D. King has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving D. King vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +18 over the last five.

T. McCormick comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.1 to 15.8, with at least one match where T. McCormick was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving T. McCormick vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.