O. Krutykh has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -24.7 to 18.1, with at least one match where O. Krutykh was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving O. Krutykh vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Nedic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +4.2 with a downward trend. A. Nedic is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving A. Nedic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +17 over the last five.