K. Smith comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -1.0, meaning K. Smith has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.1/10, leaving K. Smith vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +11 over the last five.

G. Blancaneaux comes into this match in difficult form — 1 wins from the last 5. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -8.2, meaning G. Blancaneaux has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving G. Blancaneaux vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.