H. Sakatsume comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.4, meaning H. Sakatsume has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving H. Sakatsume vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

C. Y. Lee has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -23.7 to 20.8, with at least one match where C. Y. Lee was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving C. Y. Lee vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.