C. Ruud arrives in exceptional form — five wins from five, all against top-45 opposition. Serve quality has been average (6.8/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +15 over the last five.

A. Blockx comes in with a 4–1 record over recent matches, with wins against quality opposition in the top 29 on average. Matches have been close throughout — average DS of +3.7 with a downward trend. A. Blockx is winning on the scoreboard but not pulling away. Serve quality has been average (6.8/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Break point efficiency has been exceptional (+29) — converting opportunities and shutting down threats at the critical moments.