A. Martin comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.2, meaning A. Martin has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving A. Martin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Vatutin has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.7 to 14.5, with at least one match where A. Vatutin was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving A. Vatutin vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.