A. Ruzic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -18.1, meaning A. Ruzic has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.9/10, leaving A. Ruzic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Ruzic has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -20 over recent matches.

M. Ristic has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.2 to 20.4, with at least one match where M. Ristic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving M. Ristic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.