P. Kypson comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.3 to 9.1, with at least one match where P. Kypson was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving P. Kypson vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Kozlov comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.4 to 23.5, with at least one match where S. Kozlov was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving S. Kozlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.