T. Boyer comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -27.7 to 47.2, with at least one match where T. Boyer was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.0/10, leaving T. Boyer vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

A. De Cesaris comes into this match in difficult form — 0 wins from the last 1. Point statistics tell a concerning story — average DS of -47.2, meaning A. De Cesaris has been on the wrong side of most exchanges over five matches. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 4.2/10, leaving A. De Cesaris vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.