P. Niklas-Salminen comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -17.0 to 38.5, with at least one match where P. Niklas-Salminen was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving P. Niklas-Salminen vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

G. Tabacco has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -14.8 to 17.0, with at least one match where G. Tabacco was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving G. Tabacco vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.