Ch. Negritu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.2 to 8.7, with at least one match where Ch. Negritu was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving Ch. Negritu vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

T. Zink has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.8 to 19.6, with at least one match where T. Zink was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving T. Zink vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +22 over the last five.