Dar. Blanch has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -18.9 to 22.8, with at least one match where Dar. Blanch was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving Dar. Blanch vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +12 over the last five.

J. Clarke comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -3.5 to 10.1, with at least one match where J. Clarke was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.7/10, leaving J. Clarke vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.