I. Shymanovich shows a 4–1 form record, though the level of opposition has been mixed — average ranking of opponents is 216. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -10.3 to 30.3, with at least one match where I. Shymanovich was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving I. Shymanovich vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

E. R. Bertea comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -12.8, meaning E. R. Bertea has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.9/10, leaving E. R. Bertea vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.