M. Alves comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.6 to 29.3, with at least one match where M. Alves was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving M. Alves vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — M. Alves has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -13 over recent matches.

L. Ratti comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point margins have been modest — DS averaging +6.2. Wins have been functional rather than dominant. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving L. Ratti vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.