D. Lajovic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -13.0 to 22.2, with at least one match where D. Lajovic was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.3/10, leaving D. Lajovic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

L. van Assche has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -21.6 to 10.3, with at least one match where L. van Assche was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving L. van Assche vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.