G. Monfils comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -12.7 to 16.4, with at least one match where G. Monfils was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving G. Monfils vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

F. Auger-Aliassime comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -15.0 to 21.5, with at least one match where F. Auger-Aliassime was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.7/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency is a red flag — F. Auger-Aliassime has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -44 over recent matches.