T. Kokkinakis comes into this match in difficult form — 4 wins from the last 4. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+27) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.

S. Korda has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.1 to 25.3, with at least one match where S. Korda was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving S. Korda vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — S. Korda has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -11 over recent matches.