A. Sanchez Quilez has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -17.0 to 15.3, with at least one match where A. Sanchez Quilez was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving A. Sanchez Quilez vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+29) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.

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.