Z. Bergs has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -24.7 to 19.3, with at least one match where Z. Bergs was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving Z. Bergs vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

M. Cilic comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -4.2, meaning M. Cilic has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Cilic vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.