S. Shimabukuro has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.8. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving S. Shimabukuro vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Shevchenko comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.0, meaning A. Shevchenko has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving A. Shevchenko vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Shevchenko has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -22 over recent matches.