V. Orlov has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +5.3. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving V. Orlov vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. De Alba comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -21.3, meaning R. De Alba has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.1/10, leaving R. De Alba vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — R. De Alba has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -23 over recent matches.