M. Uchijima has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.2 to 16.2, with at least one match where M. Uchijima was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving M. Uchijima vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Montgomery shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 152. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.6 with a downward trend. R. Montgomery is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving R. Montgomery vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.