D. Altmaier comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +0.3 with a downward trend. D. Altmaier is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.4/10, leaving D. Altmaier vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.

M. Cilic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.2, meaning M. Cilic has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving M. Cilic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.