F. Passaro comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.3 to 8.1, with at least one match where F. Passaro was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving F. Passaro 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.