L. van Assche comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.9, meaning L. van Assche has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.5/10, leaving L. van Assche vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +16 over the last five.

R. Bertola comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +1.2 with a downward trend. R. Bertola is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving R. Bertola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.