T. Paris comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.7 to 19.6, with at least one match where T. Paris was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving T. Paris vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Kukushkin has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.0 with a downward trend. M. Kukushkin is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving M. Kukushkin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.