C. Norrie has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.2 to 6.2, with at least one match where C. Norrie was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving C. Norrie vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

S. Wawrinka comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.2, meaning S. Wawrinka has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving S. Wawrinka vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.