V. Aboian has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.5, meaning V. Aboian has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving V. Aboian vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

P. Sakamoto comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -2.8, meaning P. Sakamoto has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving P. Sakamoto vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.