E. Nava has been inconsistent recently, going 3–2 over the last five matches. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -11.3 to 12.4, with at least one match where E. Nava was clearly outplayed. The serve has been a concern — averaging only 6.2/10, leaving E. Nava vulnerable on second serve and facing frequent return pressure.

Y. Bu comes into this match in difficult form — 2 wins from the last 5. Form is mixed — DS ranging from -8.1 to 13.5, with at least one match where Y. Bu was clearly outplayed. Serve quality has been average (6.5/10) — neither a weapon nor a significant liability.