T. Preston has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.9 to 14.5, with at least one match where T. Preston was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.3/10, leaving T. Preston vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

J. Bouzas Maneiro comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.7. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving J. Bouzas Maneiro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.