M. Cecchinato comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.3 to 20.7, with at least one match where M. Cecchinato was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving M. Cecchinato vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

R. Bertola comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -3.2, meaning R. Bertola has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.4/10, leaving R. Bertola vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.