C. Tabur comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.9 to 35.6, with at least one match where C. Tabur was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving C. Tabur vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

K. Nishikori has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.3 to 18.0, with at least one match where K. Nishikori was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.5/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.