R. Taguchi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.8 to 14.9, with at least one match where R. Taguchi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving R. Taguchi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. Taguchi has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -22 over recent matches.

R. Tokuda comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.2 to 19.3, with at least one match where R. Tokuda was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving R. Tokuda vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.