T. Korpatsch has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.4 to 12.7, with at least one match where T. Korpatsch was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving T. Korpatsch vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

G. Ruse comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.2 to 24.7, with at least one match where G. Ruse was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving G. Ruse vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.