E. Arango has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -6.9 to 15.1, with at least one match where E. Arango was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving E. Arango vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Stakusic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +2.2 with a downward trend. M. Stakusic is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving M. Stakusic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.