Y. Bu has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -7.7 to 14.0, with at least one match where Y. Bu was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.6/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability. Good performance in key moments — break point efficiency of +23 over the last five.

L. Darderi comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -9.1 to 18.4, with at least one match where L. Darderi was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 5.8/10, leaving L. Darderi vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.