L. Maxted has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -16.9 to 26.7, with at least one match where L. Maxted was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.6/10, leaving L. Maxted vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. Azkara comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -6.4, meaning A. Azkara has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.9/10, leaving A. Azkara vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Break point efficiency is a red flag — A. Azkara has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -13 over recent matches.