J. Nicod has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.1 to 34.1, with at least one match where J. Nicod 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 — J. Nicod has been losing the important points, with a BP efficiency of -16 over recent matches.

H. Barton has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -4.0 to 10.6, with at least one match where H. Barton was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving H. Barton vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.